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Dealing with Hypertension

Dealing with Hypertension. High Blood Pressure- the “Silent Killer”. What is Hypertension ( high blood pressure )?. Hypertension - term used to describe high blood pressure Blood pressure greater than 140/90 on two or more occasions after resting 5 minutes is considered high

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Dealing with Hypertension

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  1. Dealing with Hypertension High Blood Pressure- the “Silent Killer”

  2. What is Hypertension (high blood pressure)? • Hypertension- term used to describe high blood pressure • Blood pressure greater than 140/90 on two or more occasions after resting 5 minutes is considered high blood pressure

  3. What do the Numbers Mean? • Normal blood pressure is systolic 120 (top number) and a diastolic(bottom number) of less than 80 • Pre-hypertension is defined as a systolic blood pressure of 120–139 or a diastolic blood pressure of 80–89 • Persons with pre-hypertension are at increased risk to progress to hypertension

  4. Most of the time there are no symptoms(silent killer) Chest pain Confusion Ear noise or buzzing Headache Irregular heartbeat Nosebleeds Tiredness Vision changes Signs and Symptoms

  5. Risk Factors • Family history • Lack of physical activity • Poor diet, especially one that includes too much salt • Overweight and obesity

  6. Stroke Heart attack Heart failure Kidney failure Blindness High Blood Pressure Puts You at Risk for:

  7. Lifestyle changes are essential Healthy diet Decrease salt intake Drink 6-8 glasses of water daily Stay active Maintain a healthy weight Prevention and Maintenance

  8. Treatment for High Blood Pressure Taking medication/s as directed is crucial to maintaining your blood pressure • Take medication/s at the same time each day • Do not skip any doses

  9. Take Immediate Action • Blood pressure of 180/120 or higher can cause chest pain, heart attack, and stroke. • Call 911 immediately

  10. References • http://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/about.htm • http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=2114 • http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/default.htm • http://www.besthealth.com/SR/sr.htm?query=High%20Blood%20pressure

  11. Authors of this Presentation Special thanks to: Andre McPherson and Jessica Hezekiah WSSU Nursing Students December 2009

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