Choose one abnormality from the data gained in the assessments and discuss possible reasons/causes for the abnormality. 

During a routine assessment of your health, you may identify an abnormality with blood pressure. When the BP is high consistently, this may be a sign of hypertension. Hypertension can come from many different causes. There are several possible causes of high blood pressure.

1. Genetics: Hypertension may be inherited and run in families.
2. Lifestyle choices that are unhealthy: A diet rich in fat and salt, as well as smoking and a lack of exercise, can lead to high pressure.
3. High blood pressure can be caused by certain medical conditions, such as kidney disease, sleep apnea, diabetes and other conditions.
4. Stress can increase blood pressure.
5. Medications. Certain medicines, including nonsteroidal analgesics (NSAIDs), increase blood tension.

To develop a treatment plan that is effective, it’s important to determine the cause of high blood pressure. Lifestyle changes such as healthy eating, exercising, and using stress management techniques can lower blood pressure in some cases. Hypertension can be managed with medication in some cases. Monitoring and following up with your healthcare provider regularly can be helpful in managing high blood pressure.