Devon Jones Hypertension Case: Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems Purpose This assignment is intended to help you learn to analyze and explain the impact of blood pressure as well as the associated pathological phenomena and details compared to normal physiology. Overview In this assignment, we'll explore blood pressure, hypertension, and the role of the master's prepared nurse in these situations. Your patient: Devon Jones You meet Mr. Devon Jones, who is a 40-year-old African American male with a long-standing history of uncontrolled hypertension. Both of his parents died from hypertension, and his mother also had type II diabetes. Mr. Jones is a police officer in a high-crime neighborhood. He stopped smoking about 5 years ago when diagnosed with hypertension. He states that he drinks several beers every evening and does not pay much attention to his intake of sodium, fat, or carbohydrates. He does not exercise regularly, with the exception of required trainings for his job. His weight has increased by 20 pounds during the past year, and he reports some shortness of breath with activity, especially when climbing stairs.