Hypertension and the Medications to be Used

Hypertension
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Institution
Course
Instructor
Date
Hypertension
What are the patient's problems?
Dr. Ally "felt tired after work and developed dyspnea while climbing the stairs." The normal blood pressure is120/80 mm hg and below, and Dr. Ally has high blood pressure at 180/110. High blood pressure (hypertension) can affect the vessels supplying blood to the retina and cause blurred vision where the eyes do not get adequate oxygen. In addition, Dr. Ally has epistaxis (severe nose bleed), dizziness, and blurred vision, which indicates a risk of impending stroke.
What pathophysiological changes are happening in his eyes and heart?
High blood pressure is a risk factor for eye problems since the blood pressure can damage the delicate blood vessels supplying oxygen and nutrients. Damage to the retina can cause bleeding, blurred vision, and in extreme cases, vision loss. There can also be damage to the nerves (neuropathy when the optic nerve is damaged and bleeds internally), affecting vision. (Mayoclinic, 2019) In people with high blood pressure, arteries tend to narrow and are damaged, making it difficult to supply blood to the heart. When blood is not flowing freely to the heart, there is a risk of chest pains. There is also an ...