# 156: Hypertension Guidelines for NP Boards: What Matters for the Exam vs Practice

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Podcast: [Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-deal-nurse-practitioner-club-2472356)
Published: 2026-01-07T06:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://blog.npreviews.com/hypertension-guidelines-np-boards-matters-exam-vs-practice
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## Resource

Hypertension is one of the most heavily tested topics on NP board exams, but recent guideline updates can make it hard to know what you actually need to focus on. In this episode, I walk you through how to think about hypertension guidelines when you're preparing for boards, including what's still being tested and what's changing in real-world practice. Learn how to study with clarity and avoid confusion around guideline updates. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/hypertension-guidelines-np-boards-matters-exam-vs-practice Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

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