Rector Advisor, Vice Dean, and Faculty Member - Istanbul Kent University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Departmant of Pharmocology
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer - University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer - University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal
"It’s important to take immediate action if blood pressure exceeds 180/120, as it may lead to a hypertensive crisis, which requires urgent medical attention."
BLOOD PRESSURE VALUES AND INTERVENTION METHODS
| Condition | Blood Pressure (mmHg) | Symptoms | Actions to Take |
| Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure) | < 90/60 | Dizziness, fainting, blurred vision | Increase intake of salty water, fluids, raise legs |
| Normal Blood Pressure | 90/60 – 120/80 | Healthy values, no symptoms | Maintain a healthy lifestyle |
| High Blood Pressure (Stage 1) | 130-139/80-89 | Headache, palpitations, ear ringing | Reduce salt intake, exercise, avoid stress |
| High Blood Pressure (Stage 2) | 140+/90+ | Severe headache, nosebleeds, dizziness | Visit the doctor, take prescribed antihypertensive drugs |
| Hypertensive Crisis | 180+/120+ | Chest pain, shortness of breath, risk of confusion | Call emergency services, calm the patient, lay them in a comfortable position |
