Method of treated in our hospital from June 2010 to June 2010 over 60 years of age in elderly patients with essential hypertension (EH) of 56 patients, diet guidance, medication nursing, psychological nursing nursing. Results of 56 cases of elderly patients with hypertension after regular treatment and nursing of blood pressure has been effectively controlled, discharged in stable condition. Conclusion of elderly hypertensive patients with early detection, early diagnosis, early treatment and take positive and effective nursing measures, reduce the incidence of hypertension in the elderly, morbidity, mortality, prolong the survival period.