Question 1

Does anxiety affect blood pressure readings?

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Anxiety doesn’t cause long-term high blood pressure (hypertension). But episodes of anxiety can cause dramatic, temporary spikes in blood pressure.

Question 2

Can a tight blood pressure cuff cause a high reading?

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Improper placement of the cuff over clothing can cause your blood pressure measurement to increase by 10 to 50 points. If the cuff is too small, it can add 2 to 10 points to your bp measurement.

Question 3

What should you not do before a blood pressure test?

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Don’t eat or drink anything 30 minutes before you take your blood pressure. Empty your bladder before your reading. Sit in a comfortable chair with your back supported for at least 5 minutes before your reading. Put both feet flat on the ground and keep your legs uncrossed.

Question 4

How do you breathe during a blood pressure test?

Accepted Answer

Take a slow deep breath, then exhale just as slowly.

Question 5

Can you trust a wrist blood pressure monitor?

Accepted Answer

To get an accurate reading when taking your blood pressure with a wrist monitor, your arm and wrist must be at heart level.

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