SAQ 1667 – Hypertensive encephalopathy and secondary hypertension

A 44-year-old man is referred by his GP with hypertension. On arrival, his blood pressure is 230/120 mmHg.

List four examination features that would be consistent with hypertensive encephalopathy.

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List three causes of secondary hypertension from separate organ systems and state how you would evaluate for each.

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Your assessment is consistent with hypertensive encephalopathy and he has a severe headache. State three key aspects of your blood pressure management.

(Marked out of 3.0)

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