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2 Hypertension Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 2 Hypertension, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

True or false: One routine blood pressure reading by itself is sufficient to diagnose hypertension.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
Choose one
1 point

A patient is preparing to measure blood pressure at home. Which approach best supports an accurate reading?

  1. A

    Sit with legs crossed and begin measuring as soon as the cuff is applied.

  2. B

    Sit quietly for five minutes with the back supported and feet flat.

  3. C

    Talk during the measurement to help the patient relax.

  4. D

    Measure immediately after the patient has exercised.

03
Fill in the blank
1 point

For a reliable blood pressure measurement, rest a correctly sized cuff on a bare upper arm at .

04
Written response
1 point

How many minutes before a blood pressure measurement should a patient avoid smoking, exercise, and caffeine?

05
Written response
1 point

For a nonpregnant adult, what blood pressure category applies to a reading of 128/82 mm Hg?

06
True or false
1 point

True or false: A patient taking antihypertensive medicine can stop it once they feel normal.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

07
Choose all
1 point

Which recommendations are appropriate parts of lifestyle teaching for a patient with hypertension? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Reduce sodium in the diet.

  2. B

    Engage in regular physical activity.

  3. C

    Avoid all physical activity.

  4. D

    Follow a heart-healthy eating pattern such as DASH.

  5. E

    Avoid tobacco.

08
Choose all
1 point

Which conditions can result from long-term uncontrolled hypertension? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Chronic kidney disease

  2. B

    Improved retinal circulation

  3. C

    Stroke

  4. D

    Reduced risk of heart failure

  5. E

    Heart failure

09
Choose one
1 point

A patient with hypertension is considering an over-the-counter decongestant. What should the nurse recommend?

  1. A

    Take the medicine at half the usual dose without asking anyone.

  2. B

    Avoid all prescribed blood pressure medicines while using it.

  3. C

    Ask a clinician or pharmacist before using the new medicine.

  4. D

    Take an extra antihypertensive dose to offset any effect.

10
Choose one
1 point

A patient has a repeated blood pressure of 184/122 mm Hg and reports sudden weakness and difficulty speaking. What is the priority action?

  1. A

    Arrange a routine follow-up appointment next month.

  2. B

    Advise the patient to take an extra dose of their usual medicine.

  3. C

    Call emergency services.

  4. D

    Ask the patient to walk around and recheck later.

11
Choose one
1 point

A clinician is planning initial medication treatment for an adult with stage 2 hypertension. Which approach is preferred by the guideline?

  1. A

    Start one medicine from the same class at a time, regardless of the treatment plan.

  2. B

    Start two first-line medicines from different classes, often in one combination pill.

  3. C

    Use lifestyle measures only and do not consider medication.

  4. D

    Take extra doses of one medicine whenever a reading is elevated.

12
Fill in the blank
1 point

For home blood pressure monitoring, take at least readings, apart, then record them and share the log with the care team.

13
Choose one
1 point

Which general blood pressure treatment goal is given for adults, while recognizing that individual considerations may apply?

  1. A

    Below 160/100 mm Hg

  2. B

    Below 130/80 mm Hg

  3. C

    Exactly 140/90 mm Hg

  4. D

    Below 120/60 mm Hg for every patient

14
Open ended
1 point

A patient reports dizziness after a recent blood pressure medication change. What should the nurse do?

15
Choose one
1 point

During follow-up for a patient taking antihypertensive medication, which nursing action is appropriate when indicated by the patient's condition or medications?

  1. A

    Review kidney function and electrolyte results when indicated by the patient's condition or medications.

  2. B

    Avoid reviewing laboratory results because blood pressure medicines do not affect them.

  3. C

    Check only vision, because hypertension cannot affect kidney function.

  4. D

    Recommend stopping medication until all laboratory results are available.

16
Written response
1 point

How long before a blood pressure measurement should a patient avoid smoking, exercise, and caffeine? Enter a number of minutes.

17
Written response
1 point

Which heart-healthy eating pattern is specifically named as an example for patients with hypertension? Enter the pattern's name.

18
True or false
1 point

True or false: For home blood pressure monitoring, patients should take at least two readings 1–2 minutes apart, record them, and share the log with the care team.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

19
Choose one
1 point

A nonpregnant adult has a properly obtained blood pressure of 128/82 mm Hg. Which category applies?

  1. A

    Normal

  2. B

    Elevated

  3. C

    Stage 1 hypertension

  4. D

    Stage 2 hypertension

20
Choose one
1 point

Which outcome is a possible complication of long-term uncontrolled hypertension?

  1. A

    Chronic kidney disease

  2. B

    Improved retinal circulation

  3. C

    Reduced stroke risk

  4. D

    Decreased risk of heart failure