Module 6 Discussion
Approaches to Disease Management: Hypertension
After studying Module 6: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following:
Read
Garzon, D. L., Driessnack, M., Dirks, M., Duderstadt, K. G., & Gaylord, N. M. (2024).
· Chapter 32: Respiratory Disorders
· Chapter 33: Cardiovascular Disorders
· Chapter 34: Gastrointestinal Disorders
You see a 3-year-old with hypertension (documented on three different visits) in your primary care clinic.
· Describe the workup, differential diagnoses, assessment, and management.
· How would your plan of care be different if the child were 10 years old?
· What risk factor counseling and advice would you include?
Submission Instructions:
· Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.