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High blood pressure Teaching 2410

SN instructed patient about Highblood pressure. Normal blood pressure is when your blood pressure is lower than 120 / 80 mm / Hg most of the time. Highblood pressure ( hypertension ) is when your blood pressure is 140 / 90 mm / Hg or above most of the time. SN explained that the "top number" systolic indicates the pressure in the vessels when the heart beats. The "bottom number" diastolic indicates the pressure in the vessels when the heart is at rest, to between beats. This number is the most concerning number because it tells your medical team the constant pressure on these vessels. Too high (over 80) can cause damage

Blood pressure Teaching 2474

SN instructed patient and caregiver about Blood pressure. According to the American Heart Association, normal blood pressure is anything below 120/80 mm Hg. If these numbers go higher than 120/80 mm Hg, it is often an indication that the heart is working too hard to pump blood through the arteries. Highblood pressure, hypertension is when your blood pressure is 140 / 90 mm / Hg or above most of the time Accurate blood pressure readings are important, as highblood pressure may not cause any symptoms until it is dangerously high. Both parties verbalized understanding.

Blood pressure Teaching 2473

Sn instructed patient and caregiver about blood pressure and home monitoring. Explained the blood pressure measures the amount of force blood places on the blood vessels in the body. A blood pressure reading includes two numbers that indicate the pressure inside the arteries as the blood flows through the body. The upper number, called the systolic pressure, measures the pressure inside the arteries as the heart contracts to pump blood. The lower number, called the diastolic pressure, is the pressure inside the artery as the heart rests between each beat. Both parties verbalized understanding.

High blood pressure Teaching 2000

SN instructed patient about highblood pressure. Normal blood pressure is when your blood pressure is lower than 120 / 80 mm / Hg most of the time. Highblood pressure ( hypertension ) is when your blood pressure is 140 / 90 mm / Hg or above most of the time.

Blood pressure Teaching 2476

SN instructed patient and caregiver about Blood pressure. When checking blood pressure at home, Use the cuff's right size for the most accurate reading. Take a few deep breaths and relax for up to 5 minutes before measuring blood pressure do not talk or cross your feet or legs during the test. Measure the blood pressure at a few different times during the day. Patient and caregiver shown correct placement for blood pressure cuff, and is able to return demonstrate home blood pressure monitoring with 100% understanding.

Hypertension Teaching 1630

Instructed patient most people with highblood pressure have no signs or symptoms, even if blood pressure readings reach dangerously high levels, a few people with early-stage highblood pressure may have dull headaches, dizzy spells or a few more nosebleeds than normal, these signs and symptoms typically don't occur until highblood pressure has reached a severe even life-threatening stage.

HTN-stroke Teaching 2312

Skilled nurse educated patient and caregiver on HTN disease process. HTN also known as highblood pressure is a chronic condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is elevated. It is important to seek medical attention for uncontrolled HTN and develop a plan of care with your PCP. It is recommended to check your blood pressure and pulse daily before taking blood pressure medications and logging in a journal. If your blood pressure is elevated wait 1-2 hours and recheck. Contact your doctor or home health agency if problems with blood pressure continue . Patient and caregiver verbalized understanding.

High blood pressure Teaching 2011

SN instructed patient on highblood pressure. The highblood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys, 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.

Hypertension Teaching 1632

Instructed patient about Highblood pressure. Normal blood pressure is when your blood pressure is lower han 120/80 mmHg most of the time. Highblood pressure (hypertension) is when your blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg or above most of the time.

Blood Sugar Teaching 2335

SN instructed patient and caregiver on how the kidneys play an important role in the body: they filter the blood, removing waste products and excess salt and water. If the kidneys become diseased, they falter in their task, leaving the blood polluted.People with diabetes often focus on keeping their blood sugar levels in the right ranges. And while it is important to control blood sugar, it turns out that controlling blood pressure is at least as important. That's because highblood sugar and highblood pressure work in concert to damage the blood vessels and organ systems.