Learning Outcomes

When you have studied this session you should be able to:

• Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold.
• Briefly describe the function and composition of blood.
• Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart at a level sufficient to support your understanding of cardiovascular diseases in your community.
• Know how to measure the pulse and blood pressure.
• Describe the signs and symptoms of hypertension and heart failure, and the risk factors for these conditions.
• Describe the management of hypertension and heart failure that you will provide for your community, including supportive care for stress and depression, and recommended diet.