2010 Hong Kong Reference Framework for Hypertension Care for ...

2010 Hong Kong Reference Framework for Hypertension Care for ... 2010 Hong Kong Reference Framework for Hypertension Care for ...

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Module 8Annual AssessmentLaboratory Investigation 1 :Recommended TestsJustificationsGeneral• Urine for protein/ albumin • Detection of hypertensive nephropathy• Uric acid if patient is on diuretic • Detection of Diuretic-inducedhyperuricemia• Optional - Random spot urine albumin:creatinine ratio (ACR)• Detection of hypertensive nephropathyRenal function test• Sodium, Potassium, Urea, Creatinine • Detection of hypertensive nephropathy• Detection of Diuretic-induced electrolytesdisturbanceLipid profiles• Total Cholesterol• Triglyceride• HDL-Cholesterol• LDL-Cholesterol• Detection of concomitant cardiovascularrisk factors• Guidance for antihypertensive and lipidloweringpharmacotherapyManagement:1. Review the risk factors and blood results2. Assess the side effects of drug treatment and manage accordingly3. Inform and encourage patient on lifestyle modifications like salt reduction andexercise4. Explore reasons for non-compliance5. Ensure patient understands nature of hypertension and benefits of long-termtherapy and follow-upHK Reference Framework for Hypertension Care for Adults in Primary Care Settings2

Module 8Annual AssessmentReference:1. HA Clinical Practice Guideline. Management of Hypertension in Primary Care. Hong KongSAR: Hospital Authority; 2008.2. Whitworth JA. 2003 World Health Organization (WHO)/International Societyof Hypertension (ISH) statement on management of hypertension. J Hypertens.2003;21(11):1983-92.3. Williams B, Poulter NR, Brown MJ, Davis M, McInnes GT, Potter JF, et al. BritishHypertension Society guidelines for hypertension management 2004 (BHS-IV): summary.BMJ. 2004;328(7440):634-40.3 HK Reference Framework for Hypertension Care for Adults in Primary Care Settings

Module 8Annual AssessmentLaboratory Investigation 1 :Recommended TestsJustificationsGeneral• Urine <strong>for</strong> protein/ albumin • Detection of hypertensive nephropathy• Uric acid if patient is on diuretic • Detection of Diuretic-inducedhyperuricemia• Optional - Random spot urine albumin:creatinine ratio (ACR)• Detection of hypertensive nephropathyRenal function test• Sodium, Potassium, Urea, Creatinine • Detection of hypertensive nephropathy• Detection of Diuretic-induced electrolytesdisturbanceLipid profiles• Total Cholesterol• Triglyceride• HDL-Cholesterol• LDL-Cholesterol• Detection of concomitant cardiovascularrisk factors• Guidance <strong>for</strong> antihypertensive and lipidloweringpharmacotherapyManagement:1. Review the risk factors and blood results2. Assess the side effects of drug treatment and manage accordingly3. In<strong>for</strong>m and encourage patient on lifestyle modifications like salt reduction andexercise4. Explore reasons <strong>for</strong> non-compliance5. Ensure patient understands nature of hypertension and benefits of long-termtherapy and follow-upHK <strong>Reference</strong> <strong>Framework</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>Hypertension</strong> <strong>Care</strong> <strong>for</strong> Adults in Primary <strong>Care</strong> Settings2

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