Blood Pressure
*Blood pressure is the measure of the force of blood against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps it around the body
*Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and is recorded as two numbers:
*Systolic pressure (the higher number)
*Diastolic pressure (the lower number)
For example, a blood pressure reading of 120/80 mmHg would be expressed as 120 over 80
*Systolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats and pumps blood through the body.
*Diastolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest, between beats.
*Normal blood pressure is considered to be around 120/80 mmHg.
*Hypertension (High blood pressure)
*Hypotension (Low blood pressure)
*High blood pressure or hypertension is defined as a systolic pressure of 140 mmHg or Higher, or a diastolic pressure of 90 mmHg or higher.
*Low blood pressure or hypotension is defined as a systolic pressure of 90 mmHg or lower, or a diastolic pressure of 60 mmHg or lower
*Blood pressure can be measured using a manual sphygmomanometer (a cuff that is inflated manually) or an automatic digital blood pressure
*Blood pressure should be measured in a seated position, with the arm at heart level and the cuff at the same level as the heart.
Management
Managing blood pressure involves making lifestyle changes such as
*Healthy diet
*Physical activity
*Maintaining a healthy weight
*Limiting the intake of alcohol and salt
*It is important to note that hypertension is a silent disease, as it doesn't have any symptoms
*Regular monitoring of blood pressure is important to detect and manage hypertension early on
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