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HTN follow up
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In BP follow up case,do we need to measure BP in both arms and in sitting standing and lying positions .wtss the exact protocol?

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HTN FOLLOW UP AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT CASES r only cases where u need to meaure BP . esp in HTN follow up,meaure BP in both arms. Write down in pt notes , that u want to measure BP WHILE SITTING /STANDING/ STANDING to exclude orthostatic hypotenion ,that can be a side effect of antihpyertensive drugs.







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