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hypotension (PATHOPHYSIOLOGY (impairment of both systolic or diastolic…
hypotension
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
impairment of both systolic or diastolic functions
Reduction of cardiac output and arterial pressure
Damage and impair of of ventricular filling
can lead to the development of ischemia
Can lead to net flow damage
Risk factors
Smoking
Obesity
Dyslipidaemia
Old age
Diabetes Mellitus
Nursing Interventions
Take the patients blood pressure every 10 minutes to see if it is helping
Check cuff integrity and placement
if they do not have CHF or ESRD, put the patient in Trendelenburg
TREATMENT
Exercise regularly
Avoid straining while on the training
Avoid heavy lifting
Eat diet higher in salt
drink lots of non alcoholic fluids
Echocadiogram( an ultrasound test to visualize the heart rate
ECG to measure heart rate and Rhythm
blood test may been done to look for anaemia
Medication
Midodrine
Fludrocortisone
Fatigue
Light headiness
Weakness
SYMPTOMS
CAUSES
hormonal problems
Heart failure
Pregnancy
Widening or dilation of blood vessels
Some of over the counter medications
DEFINITION
Is a medical term for low blood pressure less than 90/60
Dizziness
unsteadiness
Dimming or blurring vision
DIAGNOSIS
PREVENTION
Monitor BP on regular intervals
Provide proper health education on proper diet and taking of medication
life style modifications