What is the difference between primary and secondary ...

[ssal]

What is the difference between primary and secondary hypertension?
 
  a. Secondary hypertension is caused by another disorder like renal disease.
  b. Secondary hypertension is related to hereditary factors.
  c. Secondary hypertension cannot be treated effectively.
  d. Secondary hypertension is no real threat to health.

Question 2

During a health interview by the home health nurse, which patient complaint suggests left-sided heart failure?
 
  a. I have to sleep in my recliner and I have this hacking cough.
  b. I have no appetite and I have lost 3 lb in the last week.
  c. I have to urinate every 2 hours, even during the night.
  d. I go barefoot most of the time because my feet are so hot.

[gabrielle_lawrence]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Secondary hypertension is a consistently elevated blood pressure that is caused by another disorder, such as renal disease, diabetes, or Cushing syndrome.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Left ventricular failure; the first is signs and symptoms of decreased cardiac output. The second is pulmonary congestion. Signs and symptoms of this condition include dyspnea, orthopnea, pulmonary crackles, hemoptysis, and cough.

[ssal]

Thank you

[gabrielle_lawrence]

No problemo