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Normal blood pressure is
less than 120/systolic and less than 80 diastolic mm Hg
High blood pressure, also called__________is blood pressure that is higher than
normal.
hypertension
High blood pressure is consistently at or above
130/80 mm Hg or higher
Elevated blood pressure is between
120-129 systolic and less than 80 diastolic
High Blood pressure can be caused by
unhealthy lifestyle choices
not enough physical activity
Which conditions increase the risk of high blood pressure?
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diabetes
obesity
pregnancy
prolonged stress, depression, anxiety
ptsd
environment
family history
High blood pressure can damage your arteries by
making them less elastic
High BP decreases the flow of blood and oxygen to your heart and leads to...
heart disease
What is the most common type of heart disease?
Coronary artery disease (CAD)
CAD is caused by
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plaque buildup in the walls of the arteries that supply blood to the heart (called
coronary arteries) and other parts of the body.
If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to
heart attack and/or stroke
What are the signs and symptoms of high bp?
None, Silent killer
In what ways can you keep your blood pressure in a healthy range?
Physical activity each week (about 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week)
Not smoking
Eating a healthy diet, including limiting sodium (salt)
and Alcohol
Keeping a healthy weight
Managing stress
Getting enough sleep
What CDC dietary guidelines will promote a healthy blood pressure?
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eating a variety of foods that are rich in potassium, fiber, and protein and lower in
salt (sodium) and saturated fat.
What is the DASH diet?
The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan is a healthy diet
plan with a proven record of helping people lower their blood pressure (and
cholesterol)
Wellness, as a concept,
includes
all aspects of physical, psychological, spiritual and social well-being; it is multi-
dimensional and holistic.
What is one of the key pathophysiological processes that underlie most chronic
diseases?
Inflammation
what is the role of inflammation in disease?
According to the CDC, the role of inflammation in disease is complex: it is a
necessary initial response to clear pathogens, damaged cells, and irritants, but it