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Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, occurs when your blood pressure consistently measures higher than the recommended target (if Diabetic <130/80, otherwise <140/90). Hypertension is often called the silent killer because you may not know you have it. The TFHT has developed a hypertension program based on best practice guidelines that provides clients with the tools to manage or prevent high blood pressure. In addition, the risk of developing further complications related to uncontrolled hypertension. Ie. Dementia, stroke, heart attack, kidney disease, diabetes, eye problems, erectile dysfunction, will be reduced.
Our program offers:
- Blood pressure monitoring for; newly diagnosed clients, at risk clients, stabilized clients and client needing assessment
- Education on proper techniques for home monitoring
- Lifestyle and self management education
- Risk factor identification
- Review of antihypertensive medication and compliance
Clients can be referred by their health care provider or they can self-refer to this program. For clients to have there blood pressure checked they can:
- Call your Health care providers office and book an apt with one of their nurse for education on how to properly use your home book pressure machine.
- Call your Health care Providers office and book for your first appointment in the High blood pressure program visit. (In-depth one on one assessment)
Know your numbers when it comes to your blood pressure:
<140/90 – Normal Range
<130/80 -Normal range for clients with diabetes
For more information on hypertension, please visit our resources below:
Hypertension Canada
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