NURS FPX 4900 Assessment 2: Assessing the Problem: Quality, Safety, and Cost Considerations

 
According to her, dietary changes, medication adherence, and clinical measure monitoring were three of the most critical components of her antihypertensive therapy. The patient was eager to do whatever it took to become well. For example, she had contemplated purchasing medical supplies and prescription medications. It is possible that the increased effects of hypertension can lead to deadly outcomes such as severe discomfort and cardiac arrests, with the worst-case scenario terminating in strokes. Strokes are more likely to occur in those with high blood pressure and heart disease. We enjoyed the experience of changing our habits and seeing the results of our newfound health. To improve the quality, safety, and affordability of antihypertensive medication, the American Heart Association (AHA) National Standard Regulations are required (Zhang et al., 2019). Maintaining a set blood pressure level while making dietary changes is part of the plan. The guidelines’ ideas for multidisciplinary collaboration may help achieve their aims. HTN management is the ultimate goal of all anti-HTN therapies, including healthcare and medical outcomes.

Eating healthful meals and cutting up animal fats are recommended by the American Heart Association to lower cholesterol. The government might pay for sphygmomanometers and other medical tools to cut healthcare costs. There is evidence that telehealth may be helpful for those with severe diseases. The consequence is improved outcomes for chronic patients and cheaper healthcare costs due to more extended disease treatment. Telehealth and high-quality therapy have been demonstrated to help patients with high blood pressure. It effectively reduces blood pressure (130/90 mmHg) and improves blood sugar control (significantly). Patients’ medication compliance had improved due to the high level of involvement among the nursing staff and the patients themselves (Park et al., 2021). Another method to investigate is the employment of Hypertension Nurse Practitioners (NPs). Patient-centered clinical outcomes are enhanced when nurse practitioners (NPs) are used in primary and community-based care settings. By working with physicians and other key stakeholders, HTN Nurse Practitioners (HTN NPs) contribute to a multidisciplinary approach to hypertension care. For practitioners, the nurse-led hypertension program provides help and training so that they may provide high-quality care. 

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Forester, J., & McKibbon, G. (2020). Beyond blame: leadership, collaboration and compassion in the time of COVID-19. Socio-Ecological Practice Research, 2(3), 205–216. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42532-020-00057-0