Pathophysiology of Hypertension in African Americans
• Identify key pathophysiological elements regarding a disease relative to developmental concerns in a specific at-risk population
• Discuss the selected disease process in relation to the chosen population and community
• Include appropriate health promotion recommendations for the selected population (individual, family, population, and community) based on current guidelines and research
• Address essential elements such as the following:
o Definition
o Epidemiology and etiology
o Brief description of normal physiology
o Comprehensive explanation of the pathophysiology
o Clinical manifestations
o Diagnostics
o Clinical management related to the disorder
o Specific issues related to this identified community and population