Keywords

cardiovascular events, hypertension, left ventricular hypertrophy, pediatric hypertension, primary hypertension, secondary hypertension, white coat hypertension

Authors

1. Benenson, Irina DNP, FNP-C
2. Waldron, Frederick A. MD, MPH, FACEP
3. Porter, Sallie DNP, PhD, RN-BC, CPNP, APN

Abstract

Abstract: The prevalence of pediatric hypertension is growing. Hypertension during childhood remains a major risk factor for adverse cardiovascular events later in life. NPs should be aware of current guidelines on screening, diagnosis, and treatment of hypertension in children to improve care for this patient population.