Blood Pressure/Hypertension Flashcards
What are the new Blood Pressure Guidelines?
What is the new range for “Normal” for BP?
Systolic: Less Than 120
Diastolic: Less Than 80
What is the new “Elevated” BP range?
Systolic: 120-129
Diastolic: Less than 80
What is considered Stage 1 Hypertension?
Systolic: 130-139
Diastolic: 80-89
What is Stage 2 Hypertension?
Systolic: 140 or higher
Diastolic: 90 or higher
What is the range for Hypertensive Crisis?
Systolic: Higher than 180
Diastolic: Higher than 120
*Consult you doctor immediately
What % of hypertensive patients are unaware?
21%
What % of patients are treated for hypertension?
70.9%
What % of patients are controlled/uncontrolled regarding hypertension?
- 8% Controlled
- 2% Poorly Controlled
Waht is the cutoff for blood pressure where you would need to refer and would hault dental treatment?
Systolic: 180-209
Dyastolic: 110-119
If the BP cuff is too wide, the BP will be…
Low
If the BP cuff is too narrow, the BP will be …
High
What is the difference between Primary and Secondary Hypertension?
What are some risk factors for hypertension?
- Age
- Genetics
- Sex (males > females)
- Ethnicity
- Diet
- Alcohol Intake
- Incresed Body Mass
- Cigarette Smoking
- Lack of Exercise
How do you dentally manage Hypertension patients?
- Keep appointments short
- Schedule morning visits
