Discussion Post: Hypertension and Teaching Points of Antihypertensive Drugs
The advanced practice nurse is updating the plan of care of nursing home patients with hypertension.
o Briefly describe the therapeutic actions of drugs affecting blood pressure (diuretics, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, CCB, sympathetic nervous system drugs).
o What important teaching points should be addressed for patients receiving antihypertensive drugs?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.