Hypertension: Prevention, Treatment & Management

Name: Hypertension: Prevention, Treatment & Management
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The Complete Hypertension Guide

Created byAbudo Health Programs

Last updated 4/2020

English

What you'll learn

Common elements almost everyone gets wrong about Hypertension
Why you may be the worst culprit for your Hypertension
The one action every person does to make their Hypertension worse
How you’re more powerful than your doctor in beating hypertension
How to live your healthiest life with hypertension

Course content

4 sections • 16 lectures • 2h 31m total length

Introduction To Hypertension7:22
Hypertension or high blood pressure is one of the most common diseases amongst American populations. Currently, about 75 million American adults suffer from hypertension. This means that 1 in every 3 adults is affected by high blood pressure. In this section, we will go over the history of hypertension and some common misconceptions related to hypertension.
Understanding Hypertension - Part 18:21
Section 1.2 will cover hypertension in detail. In this section, we will go over risk factors and symptoms associated with hypertension along with medical terms used to describe hypertension.
Understanding Hypertension - Part 28:33
In this section, we will discuss how hypertension is diagnosed. We will also go over common tests conducted to confirm the diagnosis. This section will further cover all the complications related to hypertension.
Prevention & Treatment Options For Hypertension10:29
Section 1.4 will help improve your understanding of how to prevent hypertension and how to cope with hypertension taking the aid of conventional and alternative treatments.

Nutrition12:54
This section is all about learning to eat in a healthier way, that naturally cures cravings, keeps your hunger under control, and makes it easier to maintain your weight.
Exercising With Hypertension9:08
In this section, we will talk about why you should exercise as a hypertensive, which exercises are good for you, and how you can not only plan a workout but also stick to an effective workout routine.
Smart Living With Balanced Life9:22
In this section, we will talk about the impact of smoking and drinking on hypertension, we will also talk about hypertension and workplace and important precautions you need to take during traveling.
Using Technology To Manage Hypertension9:02
In this section, we will discuss different technologies available for hypertensives to help deal with their disease.

Stress Management11:11
In this section, we will talk about stress and why it is bad for your blood pressure. We will further discuss how to deal with stress and what habits increase stress.
Keys To Communication6:39
When you are diagnosed with a chronic disease, it is best to get help with those around you to deal with the disease. This section will guide you on how to communicate with your friends, family, children, and employer about your disease.
Encouragement, Motivation & Solace6:58
In this section, we will share some incredible stories of individuals who overcame hypertension through perseverance and sheer willpower. We will also talk about how connecting with other hypertension patients through support groups can help you stay strong, both emotionally and physically.
Understanding The Power Of Your Mind11:28
In this section, we will work on improving your outlook on life. You will learn how the power of positivity can heal your body and how to approach your life with an optimistic mind.

Caregivers Guide - Part 111:17
In this section, we will talk about the importance of your role as a caregiver and different ways through which you can help your friend or your family member manage their blood pressure and develop heart-healthy habits.
Caregivers Guide - Part 26:59
In this section, we will walk you through some tips which will help you look out for cries for help. In addition to that, we will also quickly recap the complications associated with hypertension and what to do in case of such emergencies. This section will also talk about caregiver burnout and how to avoid it
Basic Life Support & Workplace Laws13:17
In this section, we will provide you guidelines on basic life support. This section will also help out employers understand discrimination and how to prevent lawsuits.
Recapping Hypertension8:49
In this section, we will recap the entire course to help you revise what hypertension is, what causes it, how to prevent it and how to treat it.

Requirements

No Prerequisites

Description

Hypertension or high blood pressure is one of the most common diseases among American populations. Currently, about 75 million American adults suffer from hypertension. This means that 1 in every 3 adults is affected by high blood pressure.

Unfortunately, despite the widespread effect and awareness, the cases of hypertension have doubled over the last 40 years, making courses like this more relevant and necessary now than ever before.

Learning the specifics of hypertension and how each decision you make impacts your overall health is important enough to dedicate time to learning about the details.

Let’s go through the overview to show you what we are going to cover in the span of the course:

Phase 1 of this course is designed to help you understand what hypertension is and how it can impact your life as a patient or as a family member. We will go over the symptoms of hypertension, how it is diagnosed and the conventional and alternative remedies that you can use to cope with this illness.

In Phase 2, We will talk about how you can live your life to the fullest by making the right lifestyle changes, like adjusting your diet and adding exercise in your daily routine. You will also get an overview of different technologies that might help you in managing hypertension.

Phase 3 Focuses on your emotional and social well-being by giving you motivation and pointers on how to manage stress. In addition, you will learn how to speak about your disease and communicate with your loved ones. We will also talk about the power of the mind and how you can start seeing better results throughout your life.

Phase 4 of this course is designed specifically for caregivers. This phase focuses on understanding a patient’s psychology and how you can provide physical and emotional support to the patient. We will also discuss some guidelines on how employers can facilitate their employees who have hypertension.

Now that we have an overview of the course, it’s time we begin our journey of understanding hypertension- Register Now.

Who this course is for:

People with Hypertension
People Trying to Keep Keep Low Sodium Levels
People With High Blood Pressure

Hypertension: Prevention, Treatment & Management

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Disease in a Nutshell (Hypertension)4 lectures • 35min

Lifestyle Changes (Hypertension)4 lectures • 40min

Improving Communication and Emotional Health (Hypertension)4 lectures • 36min

Care-giving and Workplace (Hypertension)4 lectures • 40min

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