0
Hypertensive stands for "high blood pressure" A reading of this sort could be anything above 175 systolic (blood being pumped from the heart around the body)
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What is hypertensive retinopathy?
hypertensive retinopathy, in which blood vessels in the retina become damaged from increased blood pressure.
What are anti-hypertensive's?
They are drugs to control blood pressure
What is an antihpyertensive?
An Anti-hypertensive is a medication used to reduce blood pressure.
Where can one find information on what blood pressure readings mean?
The Mayo Clinic website and has a blood pressure chart available. The chart list the different blood pressure categories and the readings associated with them.
What is the medical term meaning pertaining to high blood pressure?
Hypertensive is the medical term meaning pertaining to hypertension, or high blood pressure.
Can you donate blood while taking high blood pressure medication?
Yes. Potential volunteer blood donors are eligible if their Systolic pressure is 180 mmHg or less and Diastolic is 100 mmHg or less. As long as the blood pressure at the time of donation is within acceptable limits, blood pressure medication is of no concern.
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?
What is normal range?
Blood pressure readings that are normal
Medications administered to lower high blood pressure are know as?
anti-hypertensive medications..there are many kinds of these which work differently to lower the blood pressure
What could varying blood pressure readings be a sign of?
It is totally normal for blood pressure readings to fluctuate throughout the day, even in healthy individuals. If readings are consistently high or low then the best advice would be to consult a doctor.
blood pressure readings ?
my son is 4 years old what is a normal blood pressure for him.
Does soda affect blood pressure readings?
Anyone? Please?!
