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After you are diagnosed with high blood pressure, your doctor may ask you to keep track of your blood pressure by measuring it at home. There are devices that are easy to use and can help you monitor your blood pressure at home. Practice with your doctor or nurse to make sure you are taking your blood pressure correctly. Compare your home machine with the one at your doctor's office to be sure it is reading correctly.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 04/17/2009
David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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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
Is taking blood pressure in the leg the same as taking it in the arm?
No, taking blood pressure in the leg is not the same as taking it in the arm. Blood pressure is typically measured in the arm because it provides a good reflection of overall systemic blood pressure. Taking blood pressure in the leg can be done in certain medical situations, but the values may differ from those obtained in the arm.
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 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.
What are disadvantages of taking a blood pressure test?
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What to monitor when taking coumadin?
blood pressure
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.
Blood pressure more about low blood pressure?
you can read Home remedies of low blood pressure at medicaldice.com
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?
