Welcome to Hypertension Resistant to Treatment, your go-to resource for help managing your patients’ high blood pressure and taking improving your blood pressure metrics.
Led by Dr. Tonya L. Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, a seasoned clinical scientist and nurse practitioner, this blog offers practical guidance backed by over a decade of experience in hypertension research, postdoctoral training, and patient coaching.
Whether you’re new nurse practitioner, and new to dealing with hypertension or looking to improve your current hypertension diagnoses and management skills, this blog is designed with you in mind. Our aim is to give you the knowledge, tools, and support you need to diagnose and treat hypertension and maintaining healthy blood pressure levels, leading to better health outcomes for your patients.
If your patient is not currently on medication, we’ll walk you through natural methods to help lower their blood pressure step-by-step, potentially reducing or eliminating the need for medication.
And if your patient is already taking medication, we’ll help you potentially minimize the number of pills needed to reach their blood pressure goal, possibly even reducing your medication dosage.
No matter where you’re starting from, our goal is to provide you with everything you need to manage your patients’ blood pressure effectively, saving you time, and unnecessary stress.
Why was Hypertension Resistant to Treatment created?
Driven by a desire to improve hypertension management, Dr. Tonya created this blog to address the need for accessible, evidence-based information and support in managing high blood pressure.
Focused on bridging the gap between research and practical application, this blog initial aims were to empower individuals to take control of their health and prevent complications associated with uncontrolled hypertension.
However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes.
We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with the necessary tools and knowledge for successful patient guidance.
Through easy-to-understand information, training modules, and ongoing support, Hypertension Resistant to Treatment aims to make managing high blood pressure simpler and less overwhelming for everyone.
Stages of Behavior Change to Get to Blood Pressure Goal
Understanding the stages individuals go through when faced with high blood pressure is crucial. Dr. Tonya explores the process of behavior change in managing hypertension, from denial and resistance to acceptance and action.
Each stage is accompanied by valuable insights and guidance to help you progress toward better blood pressure control.
More About the Host
Dr. Tonya’s commitment to helping improve hypertension diagnosis and management is evident in her extensive research contributions, including leading roles in landmark trials like the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention (SPRINT) Trial.
With several publications and a dedication to bridging the gap between research and practice, she remains committed to empowering healthcare providers and patients worldwide on their journey to better blood pressure management.
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