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What Could Be The BP Of Heart Failure Patients?
does all heart failure patients goal of blood pressure below 120/80?
in the guidelines the BP goal of HF patient is <120/80 .does all cases follow this or there's other special case?
in the guidelines the BP goal of HF patient is <120/80 .does all cases follow this or there's other special case?
Sat, 19 Dec 2009
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ridhima's
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The indication of the 120/80 is an average, not necessarily the "normal" so your blood pressure may vary. The variances will depend on weight or perhaps other medications you may be taking. It's a good idea to ask your doctor what ranges he'd like to see your b/p
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