Managing High Blood Pressure with Home Care
Risks of Chronic High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure raises the risk of cardio-vascular problems, stroke, kidney disease, vision loss and many other medical complications and diseases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) more than 1,000 deaths each day are related to hypertension. Millions of American adults have this condition—yet only half of them are effectively treating it. High blood pressure is best addressed with a combination of medications and lifestyle/habit changes including diet improvement, exercise, quitting smoking and limiting the consumption of alcohol.
In-Home Care and Blood Pressure Management
Properly managing high blood pressure can be a challenge for seniors because they may have several other chronic illnesses or complications with a variety of related symptoms. Our in-home caregivers can play a vital role in managing hypertension and maintaining a high quality of life for patients in the home setting. Our caregivers can provide help in the following areas:
Medication Management
Consistent reminders for patients to take prescribed medication at the correct times, and check blood pressure as needed.
Hygiene
Assistance with bathing, showering, grooming, oral care, handwashing.
Dressing
Help with selecting and wearing clothes and garments
Mobility
Support with movement, transferring, daily exercise, and fall prevention
Incontinence Care
Assistance with toileting and personal sanitation
Meal Preparation
Meal planning, light cooking and cleanup
Housekeeping
Laundry, vacuuming, light errands, and decluttering
Resources
The following web sites include patient-friendly links and resources about hypertension (high blood pressure):
- American Heart Association: High Blood Pressure
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute: High Blood Pressure
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Mind Your Risks
Our Offices
Center City Philadelphia Office
123 South Broad Street, Suite 1945
Philadelphia, PA 19109
(215) 935-6321
New Jersey
Office
375 Sylvan Ave, Suite 32
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
(201) 500-6914
Bryn Mawr
Office
919 Conestoga Rd Building Three, Suite 212
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(484) 267-3500
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