Instructed that High blood pressure (hypertension) is a leading cause of kidney
disease
and kidney
failure (end-stage renal disease
). Hypertension can cause damage to the blood vessels and filters in the kidney
, making removal of waste from the body difficult. SN instructed patient about some measures aimed to managing & controlling hypertension, such as: eating low sodium diet , increase more fruits to increase your potassium, walk daily for 30 minutes, and have regular check-ups, as directed by Physician.
SN instructed patient on high blood pressure. The high blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidney
s, and other parts of the body. Damage to these organs may cause heart disease
, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney
failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.