Every time your heart fights, blood pumps into your arteries. Blood pressure measurement is its analysis measures the force ( pressure ) in your arteries when your heart is pumping. Blood pressure is measured as two numbers:
- Systolic blood pressure (First and many) measures pressure In your arteries when your heart is struggling.
- Diastolic blood pressure (The second and lower number) measures the pressure In your arteries when your heart is between two heartbeats.
High blood pressure Also called hypertension, it affects 10 million adults in the United States. It increases the risk of life-threatening conditions such as heart attacks and heart attacks. However, high blood pressure rarely causes symptoms. Blood pressure measurement can help diagnose high blood pressure early, before it leads to less serious complications, so it can actually be treated.
Other names: blood pressure reading, blood pressure test, blood pressure Screening, sfygmomanomemetry.
What is it used for?
A blood pressure The measurement is most often used to determine high blood values pressure .
Blood pressure very low, such as low blood pressure, is less common. However, you can test for low blood pressure If you have certain symptoms. This is different from high blood. pressure , low blood pressure Usually causes signs. These include
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Nausea
- Cold, sweaty skin
- Pale skin
- Fainting
- Weakness
Why do I need blood? pressure test?
A blood pressure Measurements are often used as part of ongoing testing; adults over the age of 18 are obligated to have their blood sampled pressure measured at least every 2-5 years. If you have a specific risk point, you should test annually. You may be at higher risk if you are
- Are over 40 years old
- Overweight or obese.
- Have a family history of vascular disease or diabetes.
- Are using birth control pills
- Are Black/African-American. High blood counts in Black/African-Americans. pressure Then other breed or ethnic group.
If there are signs of low blood counts, this test may be necessary. pressure .
What happens to the blood? pressure test?
A blood pressure The test consists of the correct procedure.
- Work in a chair with your feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands on the table or other flat surface so that your arms are in one row with your heart. You may be asked to strike the snake.
- Your care provider will a pressure cuff around your arm. Blood pressure The cuff is a device that looks like a belt. It should fit well over your shoulder and have the bottom edge just above your elbow.
- Your caregiver has been blasted with blood. pressure Apply a small hand pump or press the button on the automatic device to sponsor.
- Your provider will measure the pressure With manual (manual) or automatic device.
- When used manually, the stethoscope is placed over a vital artery in the upper arm and listened to the blood flow and pulse while the cuff is blown down.
- With the automatic device, the blood will pressure The cuffs are mechanically inflated and lowered, and measures pressure .
This test takes approximately 1 minute.
Do I need to prepare for the test?
No special substance is needed for the blood. pressure measurement.
Is there any danger in the test?
The blood can cause a little inconvenience pressure Blow on the cuff and squeeze the arm. But this emotion only takes a few seconds.
What does the result mean?
Your total is still known as blood. pressure The measurement contains two quantities. The upper or first number is systolic. pressure The lower or second number is diastolic. pressure . High blood pressure The measurements are still labeled in categories, ranging from normal to decadent. You have the option to certify your blood to your measurement pressure is:
Blood Pressure Categories Systolic Blood Pressure Diastolic Blood Pressure Normal Less than 120 less than 80 Less than 80 Hypertension (no other cardiac risk points) 140 or higher 140 or 90 or higher Hypertension (other causes of cardiac risk as observed by some care providers) 130 or higher 140 or 80 or higher Dangerously high blood pressure pressure – Seek medical assistance immediately 180 or higher less than 80 120 and above If high blood values have been established for you pressure Your physician can recommend lifestyle and medication adjustments to keep your blood under control. pressure Your physician can still advise you to perform regular blood control. pressure At home with your own controlled blood at home pressure Monitor the house. pressure Monitors usually connect a blood pressure cuff and a digital device takes up the blood and displays it. pressure readings.
HomeSpognosis is not considered a substitute for a systematic visit to the doctor. However, it can provide important information. For example, whether healing is touching and whether your situation has worsened. Additionally, a prognosis at home can reduce the difficulty of analysis. Almost all people are shocked when they bleed pressure having it punctured by a care provider. This is called “white coat syndrome”. It can cause the blood to rise temporarily pressure This means that the results are less accurate. For more information on home blood predictions. pressure Consult your Internet provider.
If you are being tested for low blood values. pressure , a blood pressure A systolic of 90, diastolic of 60 (90/60) or low value is abnormal. Treatment of low blood pressure menu can include medications and specific modifications.
Is there really anything I should know about anemia? pressure measurement?
If you and high blood values have been established. pressure Can your physician recommend one or more of the following lifestyle changes?
- Do physiological exercises regularly. Staying intensive will help lower your blood. pressure It will also help control your weight. The majority of adults should strive for 150 minutes of physiological capacity per week. Consult your physician before starting a training program.
- Ensure a healthy weight. If overweight, losing only 5 kg may result in reduced blood circulation. pressure .
- Eat proper foods along with fruits, vegetables and complete grains. Limit foods with much saturated fat and joint fat.
- Reduce salt in your own menu. The majority of adults should have less than 1500 mg of salt per day.
- Limit alcohol use. If you decide to drink, limit yourself to one drink per day if you are a woman. If you are a man 2 drinks per day.
- Do not smoke.
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