“A newer definition of hypertension, 130/80 mmHg, makes successful management even more difficult to achieve.”
More accurately, “A newer definition of hypertension, 130/80 mmHg, makes successful management even more dependent on selling multiple drugs to seniors, who are then more likely to fall and suffer severe pain.”
A long video (hour & a half) but a good one for anyone serious about blood pressure in seniors:
Blood Pressure: How High is Too High and How Do I Lower it Safely? - University of California Television (UCTV)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j314amPw4RQ
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