Blood pressure measurement
Whether it is for a follow-up, a one-time test, to compare your results with others in your household or to validate your technique, the team on site can do a blood pressure test for you.
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You must already have received a prescription for this condition within the past 2 years. If the prescription comes from another pharmacy, make sure you have proof of your prescription (ex.: the prescription label).
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- Hypertension monitoring (Follow-up meeting)Hypertension is a chronic disease that requires regular monitoring to prevent long-term complications. After obtaining the treatment targets from the doctor, your pharmacist will review your blood pressure results and your tolerance to medication. Then, depending on your results and your lifestyle, a personalized intervention plan will be established. Your medication may also be adjusted, depending on various conditions. This will allow optimal pressure control and prevent long-term complications.
- High blood pressure educationFor hypertensive patients, your pharmacist or nurse provides education on the basics of the disease, the proper technique for taking your blood pressure, managing hypotension, the impact of your diet on your blood pressure, etc. They will also guide you on the healthy lifestyle habits to adopt in order to better manage your blood pressure.
- Printing your blood pressure readingsYour pharmacist or nurse can give you a form displaying your blood pressure results, including a graph showing any changes in your pressure. This can be a good tool to use if you are working towards treatment targets. You can also give it to your family doctor to monitor your medication.
- Hypertension - Initial meeting for hypertension monitoringHypertension is a chronic disease that requires regular monitoring to prevent long-term complications. Whether it is a recent diagnosis or you've had it for a long time, your pharmacist can advise you and provide you with the right tools. After having received your blood pressure targets from your doctor, a follow-up on your results and adjustments to your medication can be done, depending on various conditions.
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