About Hypertension

Course Code: REL-PAC-0-AHTN

Hours: 0.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Learning Objectives:
Identify factors that increase the risk of developing hypertension.
Discuss at least two medical complications that may develop due to uncontrolled hypertension.

Outline:

Section 1: Hypertension

Hypertension

Symptoms

Causes

Risk Factors

Consequences

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Treating Hypertension

Treating Hypertension

Lifestyle Changes

Treating HTN with Medication

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

Resource

References

Subject Matter Expert: Kathleen Koopmann, RN, BSN

Kathleen is a seasoned subject matter expert in post-acute care, with over 37 years of clinical and teaching experience spanning both acute and post-acute care settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and received specialized infection control training through the North Carolina Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology, in collaboration with NCDHHS and the University of North Carolina. Kathleen's diverse career includes roles in long-term care, acute care, occupational health, and nursing education. Most recently, she served as a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Control Practitioner in long-term care, where she played a pivotal role in staff education and infection prevention.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.