Did you know that we have an automated Blood Pressure (BP) machine next door to reception. Please feel free to use this machine if ever you are passing the practice, you do not need an appointment to come in and use this.
Before you take your blood pressure reading:
- Sit down comfortably for 5 minutes
- Wear loose fitting clothing
- Make sure your arm is around the level as your heart
- Make sure your arm is relaxed
When taking your blood pressure:
- Put the cuff on following the instructions which came with your blood pressure monitor
- Keep still and silent
When taking your blood pressure:
- Take at least 3 readings, each 2 minutes apart
- Your first reading may be higher than the next readings. If this is the case, keep taking readings until they level out and stop falling. Use this as your reading
Please seek urgent medical attention if you develop any of the following:
A blood pressure of 170/115 or above (where either number is too high, despite repeating it at least 2 times)
Chest pain
Changes in vision
Confusion
Severe headache