What is the importance of taking reliable blood pressure measurements?
What is the importance of taking reliable blood
pressure measurements?
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ANSWER.
Importance of taking reliable blood pressure measurement.
* Reliable blood pressure measurement confirm the current changes
in blood pressure level of the patient and helps to categorize the patient
into hypertensive,normal or hypotensive.
* Reliable blood pressure results are necessary to prevent common complications
of changes in blood pressure like cardiovascular and cerebrovascular problems.
* Reliable blood pressure measurement is required before and after a surgical procedure
to avoid complications associated with surgery.
* It helps to assess the response of the patient to a medical or surgical treatment.
* It helps to assess homeostasis of the body.
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