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Revision as of 18:04, 8 September 2020
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ogheneochuko Ajari, MB.BS, MS [2], Javaria Anwer M.D.[3]
Synonyms and keywords: Low blood pressure resident survival guide, Low blood pressure management guide, guide to hypotension management, hypotension management guide, hypotension management algorithm
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Overview
Hypotension means low blood pressure (BP). A systoloc BP measuring less than 90mmHg and/ or diastolic BP of less than 60mmHg is considered hypotension.
Causes
Life Threatening Causes
Life-threatening causes include conditions that result in death or permanent disability within 24 hours if left untreated.
Common Causes
- ACE inhibitors
- Addison's disease
- Alpha blockers
- Anaphylaxis
- Beta blockers
- Bleeding
- Calcium channel blockers
- Diabetes mellitus
- Diuretics
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypothermia
- Hypovolemia
- Pregnancy
- Prolonged bed rest
- Sepsis
- Tricyclic antidepressants
Diagnosis and Management
Shown below is an algorithm summarizing the management of hypotension.
Do's
- Educate the patient to avoid predisposing conditions such as dehydration, alcohol etc
- Discontinue or adjust dose of medication if hypotension is caused by medication side effects
- Advice to wear compression stockings to relieve the pain and swelling of varicose veins
- Early feeding either orally or by feeding tubes to prevent ileus
Don'ts
- Avoid or limit the use of alcohol
- Avoid standing for prolonged periods of time
- Do not cross legs while in a sitting position