GP MANAGEMENT PLAN - Hypertension
**Patient Details:**
- Full Name: John Smith
- Date of Birth: 15/06/1965
- Medicare Number: 1234 56789 0
- Does the patient identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander: No
- Address: 123 Main Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Home Phone: (02) 1234 5678
- Mobile Phone: 0412 345 678
**Date GPMP Completed:** 01/11/2024
**Date of Previous GPMP:** 01/05/2023
**Details of Patient's Usual GP:**
- Name: Dr. Emily Brown
- Qualifications: MBBS, FRACGP
- GP's Address: 456 Health Road, Sydney, NSW 2000
- GP's Phone: (02) 8765 4321
- GP's Fax: (02) 8765 4322
**Assessment of Patient**
Patient Identified Problems / Health Care Needs:
- Diagnosis: Hypertension
- Date of Diagnosis: 01/01/2020
**Medical / Surgical History:**
- Chronic hypertension
- Appendectomy in 2005
- Hospitalization for pneumonia in 2018
**Medications:**
- Amlodipine 5mg once daily
- Lisinopril 10mg once daily
**Allergies:**
- Penicillin (rash)
**Immunisation History:**
- Influenza vaccine: 01/04/2024
- Pneumococcal vaccine: 01/04/2023
**Smoking History:**
- Former smoker, 10 pack-years, quit in 2015
**Planned Review Date:** 01/05/2025
**GPMP Added to the Patient’s Records:** Yes
**Copy of GPMP Offered to Patient:** Yes
**Patient Understanding and Agreement:**
"I understand this Management Plan recommendations and agree to the outlined goals."
Patient Signature: John Smith
Date: 01/11/2024
"I have explained the steps and costs involved, and the patient has agreed to proceed with the service."
GP Signature: Dr. Emily Brown
Date: 01/11/2024
**Current Health Need/Problem:**
- Management of blood pressure to prevent cardiovascular complications.
**Goal:**
- Achieve and maintain blood pressure below 130/80 mmHg.
**Agreed Action by Health Professionals and Patient**
1. General
- Patient's Understanding of the Condition:
- The patient understands the importance of managing blood pressure to prevent heart disease and stroke.
- Educational resources provided include pamphlets on hypertension management and a website link to the Heart Foundation.
- Follow-up appointment scheduled in 3 months to review understanding and progress.
2. Lifestyle
- Quality of Life:
- Goal to assess the impact of hypertension on daily activities using the EQ-5D questionnaire annually.
- Nutrition:
- Focus on reducing sodium intake and increasing fruit and vegetable consumption.
- Referral to a dietitian for personalized dietary advice.
- Physical Activity/Exercise:
- Encourage 30 minutes of brisk walking daily, 5 days a week.
- Smoking Cessation:
- Not applicable as the patient is a former smoker.
- Energy Conservation:
- Not applicable.
3. **Biochemical**
- Spirometry:
- Not applicable.
4. **Medication**
- Medication Review:
- Regular review of antihypertensive medications to ensure efficacy and adherence.
- Home Medication Review scheduled for 01/12/2024.
- Immunisation:
- Up to date with influenza and pneumococcal vaccines.
6. **Complications**
- Monitoring of Health Conditions:
- Regular monitoring of blood pressure and kidney function tests every 6 months.
7. **Mental Health and Wellbeing**
- Depression, Anxiety, and Stress:
- Patient screened using the DASS-21, no significant issues identified.
- Social Isolation and Emotional Wellbeing:
- Encouraged to join local walking group for social interaction and support.
