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To make sure you have good blood pressure and to determine whether you have high blood pressure. 120/80 is ideal. If your blood pressure is high you may need medication.
A low blood pressure means the blood volume in the body is low. Low blood pressure is as dangerous as high blood pressure.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoto control hypertension and extreme numbers to normal levels. Without this, you can possibly suffer a stroke, and anyone at any age can. I've heard of 5 year olds having small strokes.
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What is blood pressure taking with?
Blood pressure is taken with a sphygmomanometer and a stethoscope.
What blood pressure reading do you use when taking your blood pressure?
149 psi
What the purpose of a pressure dressing?
The purpose of a pressure dressing is to stop the blood flow from a wound.
Over which artery is the stethoscope placed when taking blood pressure?
When taking a person's blood pressure the stethoscope should be placed in the brachial artery.
Which artery is used when taking a patient's blood pressure?
if your taking blood pressure in the anticubital area (crease of the elbow) then you would palpate the brachial artery.
What are disadvantages of taking a blood pressure test?
me
What to monitor when taking coumadin?
blood pressure
What is the best method in taking the blood pressure of newborn?
Blood pressure in newborns is not a good indicator of health. Taking blood pressure of a newborn is usually not done unless there is an underlying issue (i.e. cardiac issues). Blood pressure is usually taken using the thigh.
How would you determine the maximum inflation point when taking blood pressure?
you can determine the maximum inflation point when taking blood pressure by using palpation.
How can i control my blood pressure while taking efflexor?
As with all blood pressure medicine the right diet and exercise will help keep your blood pressure under control.
Can amoxicillin make your blood pressure go up?
If Im taking strong antibiotics (shots and pills) due to a spider bite. (57 yr old male and currently taking blood pressure meds) Should my blood pressure readings be normal?
Contraindication for taking blood pressure in right arm?
When there's a port or shunt in the arm blood pressure is contraindicated on that arm.
