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Best blood pressure monitor for Hypertension? Withings BPM!

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Best blood pressure monitor for Hypertension? Withings BPM!

41 026 просмотров · 7 лет назад
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Purchase your Withings Monitor below!! Great Gift for the home. Withings BPM Connect LINK: http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-8973492-... Withings Monitor HARD CASE: https://amzn.to/2KQ2kqL Facebook:   / thefreshphar.  . Instagram:   / freshpharma.  . Twitter:   / freshpharmacist   ---How to use a home blood pressure monitor--- *Be still. Don't smoke, drink caffeinated beverages or exercise within 30 minutes before measuring your blood pressure. *Empty your bladder and ensure at least 5 minutes of quiet rest before measurements. *Sit correctly. Sit with your back straight and supported (on a dining chair, rather than a sofa). *Your feet should be flat on the floor and your legs should not be crossed. Your arm should be supported on a flat surface (such as a table) with the upper arm at heart level. Make sure the bottom of the cuff is placed directly above the bend of the elbow. Check your monitor's instructions for an illustration or have your healthcare provider show you how. *Measure at the same time every day. It’s important to take the readings at the same time each day, such as morning and evening. It is best to take the readings daily however ideally beginning 2 weeks after a change in treatment and during the week before your next appointment. *Take multiple readings and record the results. Each time you measure, take two or three readings one minute apart and record the results using a printable (PDF) or online tracker. If your monitor has built-in memory to store your readings, take it with you to your appointments. Some monitors may also allow you to upload your readings to a secure website after you register your profile. Don't take the measurement over clothes. *********Blood pressure categories********* The five blood pressure ranges as recognized by the American Heart Association are: Normal Blood pressure numbers of less than 120/80 mm Hg are considered within the normal range. If your results fall into this category, stick with heart-healthy habits like following a balanced diet and getting regular exercise. Elevated Elevated blood pressure is when readings consistently range from 120-129 systolic and less than 80 mm Hg diastolic. People with elevated blood pressure are likely to develop high blood pressure unless steps are taken to control the condition. Hypertension Stage 1 Hypertension Stage 1 is when blood pressure consistently ranges from 130-139 systolic or 80-89 mm Hg diastolic. At this stage of high blood pressure, doctors are likely to prescribe lifestyle changes and may consider adding blood pressure medication based on your risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), such as heart attack or stroke. Learn more about your risk with our Check. Change. Control. Calculator™. Hypertension Stage 2 Hypertension Stage 2 is when blood pressure consistently ranges at 140/90 mm Hg or higher. At this stage of high blood pressure, doctors are likely to prescribe a combination of blood pressure medications and lifestyle changes. Hypertensive crisis This stage of high blood pressure requires medical attention. If your blood pressure readings suddenly exceed 180/120 mm Hg, wait five minutes and then test your blood pressure again. If your readings are still unusually high, contact your doctor immediately. You could be experiencing a hypertensive crisis. If your blood pressure is higher than 180/120 mm Hg and you are experiencing signs of possible organ damage such as chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness/weakness, change in vision or difficulty speaking, do not wait to see if your pressure comes down on its own. Call 911. DISCLAIMER: This video is for informational purposes only please consult your local pharmacist or physician before engaging or taking any medication or medical advice of which you are not familiar.