Blood Pressure
Definition, Causes, Monitoring, & Prevention
Objectives
Participants with high blood pressure concerns will identify and describe factors and concerns of having high blood pressure.
Participants will create a plan to evaluate daily for a month to decrease current blood pressure measures.
Have you ever experienced a racing heart rate?
How was your blood moving through your body at that moment?
Let’s share ….
What is Blood Pressure?
How do you read the numbers when blood pressure is measured?
What is a healthy blood pressure range?
< 120/80 mmHg
What is an unhealthy range?
At risk
120-139
80-89
Prehypertension
High Blood Pressure
140+
90+
Hypertension
Pressure that is higher than normal
Definition
Pulse is different than blood pressure.
What causes high blood pressure?
Risk factors of high blood pressure
Do you think Sarah should have concerns about high blood pressure?
What indicators did you see that make you think she should begin to monitor daily?
Let’s Discuss
Monitoring Blood Pressure
Steps to follow
Supplies Needed to Monitor Blood Pressure
Things to know before starting.
Sit Correctly
Be Still
Same Time
Multiple
readings
Not over clothes
Step One
Slide the cuff on and secure comfortably.
Step Two
Press start button to automatically inflate the cuff and begin measurement.
Step Three
Read and record blood pressure and pulse rate that are displayed on monitor.
Now you try! Practice monitoring your blood pressure. Record your results in your guide book.
Prevention
Things you can do to prevent having high blood pressure.
Steps to lower your risk of high blood pressure.
Eat a Healthy Diet
Maintain a Healthy Weight
Do Not Smoke
Limit Alcohol
Limit Sodium
Goals
What goals will you make to reduce your risk of high blood pressure?
Resources