HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Are Some Primary, Secondary And Tertiary Preventative Measures For Hypertension?

default
Posted on Mon, 3 Nov 2014
Question: 1. What are some primary, secondary and tertiary preventative measures for hypertension

2. Apply each level of the Stages of Change to Diabetes
doctor
Answered by Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Prevention of hypertension

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.

Primary Prevention of Hypertension
1. Regular aerobic physical activity such as brisk walking (at least 30 minutes
per day, most days of the week).
2. Maintain normal body weight for adults (body mass index 18.5–24.9 kg/m2).
3. Limit alcohol consumption to no more than 1 oz (30 mL) ethanol (e.g., 24 oz [720 mL] of beer, 10 oz [300 mL] of wine or 2 oz [60 mL] 100-proof whiskey) per day in most men and to no more than 0.5 oz (15 mL) of ethanol per day in women and lighter weight persons.
4. Reduce dietary sodium intake to no more than 100 mmol per day (approximately 2.4 g of sodium or 6 g of sodium chloride).
5. Maintain adequate intake of dietary potassium (more than 90 mmol [3,500 mg] per day).
6. Consume a diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables and in low fat dairy products with a reduced content of saturated and total fat (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension[DASH] eating plan.

Secondary prevention of hypertension occurs when your blood pressure is within prehypertension limits (120-139 systolic / 80-89 diastolic).

Preventative measures with increasing importance -
Maintain a healthy body weight through diet and exercise
Avoid smoking or excessive alcohol consumption
Actively participate in learning about health promoting activities in school and the community

Tertiary prevention of hypertension occurs when your blood pressure reaches hypertension (140 or higher systolic / 90 or higher diastolic).

Required actions -
Obtain daily/weekly blood pressure readings to monitor progression
Treat comorbidities including: diabetes, hyperlipidemia, obesity
Pharmacological interventions to lower blood pressure

Second part of the question is not clear. Kindly elaborate the requirement.

Regards

Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Ashwin Bhandari
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas

Internal Medicine Specialist

Practicing since :1975

Answered : 1920 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
What Are Some Primary, Secondary And Tertiary Preventative Measures For Hypertension?

Brief Answer: Prevention of hypertension Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns. Primary Prevention of Hypertension 1. Regular aerobic physical activity such as brisk walking (at least 30 minutes per day, most days of the week). 2. Maintain normal body weight for adults (body mass index 18.5–24.9 kg/m2). 3. Limit alcohol consumption to no more than 1 oz (30 mL) ethanol (e.g., 24 oz [720 mL] of beer, 10 oz [300 mL] of wine or 2 oz [60 mL] 100-proof whiskey) per day in most men and to no more than 0.5 oz (15 mL) of ethanol per day in women and lighter weight persons. 4. Reduce dietary sodium intake to no more than 100 mmol per day (approximately 2.4 g of sodium or 6 g of sodium chloride). 5. Maintain adequate intake of dietary potassium (more than 90 mmol [3,500 mg] per day). 6. Consume a diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables and in low fat dairy products with a reduced content of saturated and total fat (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension[DASH] eating plan. Secondary prevention of hypertension occurs when your blood pressure is within prehypertension limits (120-139 systolic / 80-89 diastolic). Preventative measures with increasing importance - Maintain a healthy body weight through diet and exercise Avoid smoking or excessive alcohol consumption Actively participate in learning about health promoting activities in school and the community Tertiary prevention of hypertension occurs when your blood pressure reaches hypertension (140 or higher systolic / 90 or higher diastolic). Required actions - Obtain daily/weekly blood pressure readings to monitor progression Treat comorbidities including: diabetes, hyperlipidemia, obesity Pharmacological interventions to lower blood pressure Second part of the question is not clear. Kindly elaborate the requirement. Regards Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX