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Blood Pressure The measurement of the force of blood against artery walls when the heart contracts or relaxes
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How is a B/P measured? You need a: blood pressure cuff (sphygmomanometer) Stethoscope The BP cuff must fit the arm properly Listen for the first and last sound (Korotkoff sounds) Korotkoff Blood Pressure Sights and Sounds on Vimeo
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Norms Systolic pressure occurs when the Left ventricle is contracting Normal=100-140 mmHg (millimeters mercury) Diastolic pressure is the constant pressure in the arteries when the left ventricle of the heart is at rest Normal= 60-90 mmHg (millimeters mercury)
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How it’s written Always write the Systolic # over the Diastolic # Ex: 120/80 140/90
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Abnormals Hypertension BP greater than 140/90 Hypotension BP less than 100/60
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What causes Hypotension? Medications Level of physical fitness Hemorrhage Dehydration Standing too fast
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What does Hypotension feel like? Dizziness Light-headed Faint Blurred vision
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What causes Hypertension? Stress Anxiety Obesity High-salt intake Aging
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What does Hypertension feel like? There may be no symptoms Headache Malaise-tired feeling Ringing in the ears
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