High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is the most common cardiovascular disease. Blood pressure refers to the force of blood pushing against the artery walls as it circulates through the body. High blood pressure can threaten healthy arteries and lead to life-threatening illnesses such as heart disease and stroke. Hypertension is the leading cause of stroke and a major cause of heart attacks. Hypertension is often called "the silent killer" because it rarely causes symptoms, although it inflicts serious damage on the body. If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to vision problems, as well as heart attack, stroke, and other life-threatening conditions, including kidney failure. One in four American adults has high blood pressure. Hypertension is defined as blood pressure equal to or greater than 140/90 mm Hg (CDC, nd). Fortunately, high blood pressure can be controlled effectively. Patient education is one of the most important tasks of a nurse. The goal of this educational plan is to improve health and potentially save lives by generating and...