Most likely your patient (classmate) is healthy and did not have any signs of hypertension. The physical exam was likely written without any abnormal findings. Imagine for a minute your patient did have findings; what physical findings might you find on a patient with long standing, uncontrolled hypertension? What is the pathophysiology of hypertension? (Explain from a pathophysiology perspective)

Most likely your patient (classmate) is healthy and did not have any signs of hypertension. The physical exam was likely written without any abnormal findings. Imagine for a minute your patient did have findings; what physical findings might you find on a patient with long standing, uncontrolled hypertension? What is the pathophysiology of hypertension? (Explain from a pathophysiology perspective)

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter7: Circulation: The Heart And Blood Vessels

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CT: A patient suffering from hypertension may receive drugs that decrease the hearts output, dilate...

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