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hypotensive /hy·po·ten·sive/ (-ten´siv) marked by low blood pressure or serving to reduce blood pressure.
hypotensive [-ten′siv] Etymology: Gk, hypo, under; L, tendere, to stretch pertaining to abnormally low blood pressure. hypotensive (hī·pō·tenˑ·siv), n a substance that decreases the blood pressure. hypotensive 1. characterized by or causing diminished tension or pressure, as abnormally low blood pressure. 2. an animal with abnormally low blood pressure. hypotensive shock see hypovolemic shock. Patient discussion about hypotensive. Q. how can u lower your bp naturally A. a change in lifestyle- Reducing Salt and Sodium in Your Diet, change to a healthier diet,Maintaining a Healthy Weight, Being Physically Active, Limiting Alcohol Intake, Quitting Smoking. i don't think it can take you off meds , but it can lower the amount of the considerably. Read more or ask a question about hypotensiveHow to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A cardiac sedative, hypotensive and relaxing nervine, Motherwort strengthens and normalizes heart function. Thirty-nine patients (34%) had at least 1 clinical sign of dehydration; 16 patients (14%) were hypotensive on physical examination. Possible contraindications to HOB elevation at 30[degrees] to 45[degrees] included decubitus ulcers, hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy, intra-aortic balloon pump, emergency invasive procedures, hypotensive episodes, hemodynamic monitoring, and postoperative procedure(s) that may require the patient to be positioned supine or the HOB to be set at a lower elevation. |
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