Your blood pressure during a heart attack is not limited to these examples.
There are various reasons your blood pressure may be normal, elevated, or low during a heart attack.
Work with a healthcare provider to understand your risk for a heart attack and recognize any warning signs.
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Can Blood Pressure Tell You About Heart Attack Risk?
Healthcare providers categorize your blood pressure into four different categories to help them assess your risk for heart-related events.
The higher your blood pressure, the higher your risk for a heart attack.
What Are the Symptoms of High Blood Pressure?
Check your monitor’s instructions for an illustration if needed.
Dont exercise, smoke, or have a caffeinated drink in the 30 minutes before taking your blood pressure.
Also, empty your bladder beforehand and sit quietly for five minutes before taking the reading.
Take two readings one minute apart and take the readings at the same time each day.
Seek medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.
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