Most recent diastolic blood pressure less than 80 mm Hg (HTN, CKD, CAD) (DM)
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Name of the Procedure:
Assessment of Diastolic Blood Pressure under 80 mm Hg in Hypertensive, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Patients with Diabetes Mellitus (DM)
Summary
This procedure involves measuring the diastolic blood pressure to ensure it is less than 80 mm Hg in patients with hypertension (HTN), chronic kidney disease (CKD), coronary artery disease (CAD), and diabetes mellitus (DM). Maintaining a diastolic blood pressure below this threshold is crucial for managing these conditions and preventing complications.
Purpose
Monitoring and managing blood pressure to mitigate the risks associated with hypertension, CKD, CAD, and diabetes mellitus. The goal is to reduce the patient's risk of cardiovascular events, slowing the progression of kidney disease, and managing diabetes-related complications.
Indications
- Diagnosed hypertension
- Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
- Coronary artery disease (CAD)
- Diabetes mellitus (DM)
- Patients with consistently high blood pressure needing strict management
Preparation
- Patients may need to avoid caffeine, smoking, and exercise for at least 30 minutes prior to the measurement.
- Sit quietly for at least 5 minutes before the reading.
- Ensure use of a properly calibrated and validated blood pressure monitor.
- Arm should be at heart level.
Procedure Description
- The patient sits comfortably with their back supported in a chair.
- The arm is supported at heart level, free of clothing.
- The healthcare provider wraps the blood pressure cuff snugly around the upper arm.
- Inflate the cuff to block the arterial blood flow and then slowly release it.
The diastolic pressure (the lower number) is noted when the heart sound disappears.
Duration
This procedure typically takes about 5-10 minutes.
Setting
It is usually performed in an outpatient clinic, doctor's office, or hospital setting.
Personnel
- Registered nurses
- Medical assistants
- Physicians
Risks and Complications
- Minor discomfort due to cuff inflation
- Incorrect readings if not properly conducted
Benefits
- Accurate blood pressure monitoring to manage and prevent health complications.
- Immediate adjustments in treatment if necessary, to maintain optimal health outcomes.
Recovery
- No recovery time needed.
- Routine blood pressure checks should be performed regularly as advised.
Alternatives
- Home blood pressure monitoring with an automated device.
- Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring over 24 hours.
- Pros and cons: Home monitoring allows for more frequent checks; ambulatory monitoring provides more data over time but may be less convenient.
Patient Experience
- The patient will feel the inflation of the cuff, which can be tight but generally not painful.
- Post-procedure, the patient can resume normal activities immediately.
- Pain and discomfort are minimal and temporary.