 Maintain patency of urinary drainage system to reduce risk of hypertension

 Administer medications as required reduce hypertension

 Measure blood pressure to determine risk for hypertension using the appropriate size and
type of equipment, proper position

 Never take stimulants such as amphetamines or cocaine. These drugs can be deadly for a
person with high blood pressure.

 Limit drinks with caffeine to 2 per day. This includes such as coffee, black or green tea, and
cola


FOLLOW UP CARE

 Make a follow-up appointment as directed.

When to call your healthcare provider

Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of these:

 Moderate headache

 Extreme drowsiness

 Dizziness or fainting

 Pulsating or rushing sound in your ears

 Unexplained nosebleed

 Blood pressure measured at home that is higher than 180/110

TAKING MEDICINE

 Learn to measure your own blood pressure. Keep a record of your results. Ask your doctor
which readings mean that you need medical attention.
 Take your blood pressure medicine exactly as directed. Don’t skip doses. Missing doses can
cause your blood pressure to get out of control
 If you do miss a dose (or doses) check with your healthcare provider about what to do.
 Don't take medicines that contain heart stimulants, including over-the-counter medicines.
Check for warnings about high blood pressure on the label. Ask the pharmacist before
purchasing something you haven't used before

REFERENCE:
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hypertension#:~:text=Ask%20your%20healthcare%20provider%20about,such%20as
%20amphetamines%20or%20cocaine.

https://www.mountnittany.org/wellness-article/high-blood-pressure-hypertension-discharge-
instructions