Assignment XXXXXXXXXXwords) 8 peer reviewed journals each Your response needs to be supported by recent evidence-based resources .This could include information from your texts and from other peer...

Assignment 1 (1000 words) 8 peer reviewed journals each

Your response needs to be supported byrecent evidence-based resources.This could include information from your texts and from other peer reviewed sources. This assignment makes use of the Katrina and Trevor case studies which can be found on the Moodle home page.

• Outline the incidence/ prevalence and main causes of Hypertension in Australia


• Discuss the grading system for hypertension, Outlining the modifiable and non-modifiable features of the disease and their primary management included in each stage. (~ 500 words)


• As an appendix, present an evidence-based education plan for both Katrina and Trevor. The Patient Education Plan should include their cardiac medications. It should discuss all aspects of cardiac health (there are several problems including physical, social and psychological), and set goals to improve their health. The plan should include the interdisciplinary team. This needs to be in table format, with referencing throughout.

Assignment 2 (1000 words)

Discuss the pathophysiology and pharmacology of Heart Failure in relation to the case study of Trevor.
As part of your answer you need to define and detail the pathophysiology of Heart Failure.

The case study of Trevor on Moodle follows Trevor as he encounters various cardiac issues. The focus here is on the heart failure which he experiences, you do not need to discuss any of his other health issues. Ensure that you relate Trevor's symptoms and presentation to what would be expected according to the pathophysiology.

Briefly outline the pharmacological treatments that Trevor is prescribed to treat this condition, and why he has been prescribed these medications. Ensure that you discuss the pharmacodynamics of the medications ie. the effects of the medications and their mechanism of action.