Lifestyle Modifications for HTN Flashcards
1
Q
Weight Reduction
A
Maintain BMI 18.5-24.9 (BP reduces by 5-20 mm/Hg for every 10 kg lost)
2
Q
DASH diet
A
Fruits, Veggis, lowfat dairy, reduce sat fat and total fat (8-14 mmHg)
3
Q
Dietary Sodium Restriction
A
No more than 100 mmol per day (2.4 g sodium or 6 g sodium chloride) (2-8 mmHg)
4
Q
Physical activity
A
Regular aerobic physical activity such as brisk walking for 30 minutes a day most days of the week. (4-9 mmHg).
5
Q
Moderation of alcohol
A
No more than 2 drinks a day for men, and 1 drink a day for women (2-4 mmHg)
6
Q
Smoking Cessation
A
Do it.
