Learning outcomes

After completing this session, you should be able to:

• Define and use correctly all of the keywords printed in bold.
  
• Describe the function and composition of blood.
• Discuss the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart.
• Measure the pulse and blood pressure.
• Describe the signs and symptoms of hypertension
• List the risk factors for hypertension.
• Describe the management and preventive measures of hypertension.