2 readings, 2 weeks, 2 visits

  Sys Dia Rx F/U
Normal <120 <80   q 1y
Elevated BP <130 <80 LSM q6m
Stage 1 <140 <90 LSM q3m
--  + CVR >10%         + meds q1m
Stage 2        

Normal            < 120/80 Rx: q1y

Elevated BP:   <130/80 Rx: LSM

Stage I:             <140/90 Rx: LSM. Add meds if cv risk is >10%

 

LSM: 

  • Diet
    • <2.4g NaCl /day 
    • DASH diet
    • K-supplemntation ie citrus fruits
    • Stop alcohol consumption
  • Exercise
    • 30min /day, 2hrs/wk
  • Wt loss if BMI >25