High blood pressure is a chronic disease that cannot be cured, so it requires long-term adherence to medication for blood pressure control. Therefore, family care for patients with high blood pressure is essential.
1. Understand the basic knowledge of high blood pressure
Patients should first understand some basic knowledge about high blood pressure, such as the harm of high blood pressure to the body, the side effects of medications used to treat high blood pressure, how to prevent complications, and dietary recommendations for high blood pressure. This will enable patients to engage in self-care and rehabilitation with targeted approaches, in accordance with the doctor's treatment plan.
2. Adhere to medication
It is important to follow the doctor's instructions and adhere to medication, avoiding self-discontinuation or dosage reduction. This is to prevent abnormal blood pressure fluctuations and increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
3. Follow the treatment course
High blood pressure requires long-term treatment, but during the treatment process, adjustments in the type or dosage of medications may be needed based on changes in the condition. Therefore, after completing a treatment course, it is necessary to visit the hospital for necessary examinations to determine the treatment plan for the next stage.
4. Regular follow-up visits
During the implementation of the doctor's treatment plan, if the condition improves as expected or certain anticipated changes occur, follow-up visits can be scheduled as agreed upon with the doctor. However, if there are obvious changes in the condition during the implementation of the doctor's instructions, significant medication reactions, or symptoms that are not controlled even after a certain period of medication, it is necessary to promptly return to the hospital for a follow-up visit to allow the doctor to adjust the treatment plan and avoid delays in the condition.
5. Engage in appropriate exercise
Select suitable exercises based on the needs of the condition and personal preferences. At the same time, it is important to change habits that are detrimental to physical recovery, such as being easily agitated, smoking, excessive drinking, staying up late, and having irregular lifestyles.
6. Follow a balanced diet
Choose appropriate diets according to the dietary requirements for high blood pressure.
