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Take a Deep Breath
February 11th, 2010 by admin
Most people don’t realize it, but when you are rushing through traffic to a doctor’s appointment, and then sitting a long time in a cramped and often tense waiting room, your blood pressure can rise dramatically as you head off to the consulting room. This can adversely affect the results you get from a blood pressure monitor and give a false reading for high blood pressure. The next time you are racing to make your doctor’s appointment, keep in mind that your level of anxiety and tension can result in an inaccurate reading for blood pressure. Slow down on your way to the clinic, breathe deeper, consciously relax your muscles and try to find something to smile about. Repeat this process once you are in the waiting and exam rooms. You’ll find your blood pressure readings are much more reasonable and accurate!