Discussion Post: Patho Nursing
• Describe the physiology of blood pressure control.
• Select 3 of the potential causes and explain the pathophysiologic mechanisms of primary hypertension. Causes of Primary Hypertension may include overactivity of the SNS; overactivity of the RAAS; alterations in other neurohumoral mediators of blood volume and vasomotor tone such as ANP, BNP, and adrenomedullin; inflammation; a complex interaction involving insulin resistance and endothelial function; and obesity-related hormonal changes.
• Identify the organ damage that can occur as a result of Hypertension. Describe the pathophysiologic process of the organ damage.
• Orthostatic hypotension can occur as an adverse effect of medications used to manage hypertension. Describe the pathophysiologic process that causes orthostatic hypotension.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.