Hypertension in adults: diagnosis and management - NICE
WEBAug 28, 2019 · Guidance. This guideline covers identifying and treating primary hypertension (high blood pressure) in people aged 18 and over, including people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks and strokes by helping healthcare professionals to diagnose hypertension accurately and …
WEBIf your QRISK score is 10% over the next 10 years. On average, for every 100 people with this risk score who do not take a statin, over 10 years 10 people will get heart disease or have a stroke and 90 will not. If 100 people take a statin, over 10 years on average: about 90 people will not get heart disease or have a stroke, but would not even ...
Hypertension in adults: diagnosis and management - NICE
WEBAug 28, 2019 · When using HBPM to confirm a diagnosis of hypertension, ensure that: for each blood pressure recording, 2 consecutive measurements are taken, at least 1 minute apart and with the person seated and. blood pressure is recorded twice daily, ideally in the morning and evening and. blood pressure recording continues for at least 4 days, ideally …
Chronic kidney disease: assessment and management
WEBAug 25, 2021 · Guidance. This guideline covers care and treatment for people with, or at risk of, chronic kidney disease (CKD). It aims to prevent or delay the progression, and reduce the risk of complications and cardiovascular disease. It also covers managing anaemia and hyperphosphataemia associated with CKD. Last reviewed: 19 September …
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Atrial fibrillation: diagnosis and management | Guidance - NICE
WEBApr 27, 2021 · Quality standard - Atrial fibrillation. Next. This guideline covers diagnosing and managing atrial fibrillation in adults. It includes guidance on providing the best care and treatment for people with atrial fibrillation, including assessing and managing risks of stroke and bleeding. On 30 June 2021, we amended our recommendation on using the ...
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WEBDoctors usually diagnose pneumonia by asking about your symptoms and examining your chest. If you are in hospital a chest X-ray is usually carried out to confirm the diagnosis. Most pneumonia develops outside hospital, in the community (sometimes described as community-acquired pneumonia). However, sometimes people develop pneumonia while.
Depression in adults: treatment and management - NICE
WEBJun 29, 2022 · Use the least intrusive and most resource efficient treatment that is appropriate for their clinical needs, or one that has worked for them in the past. [2022] 1.4.3. For all people with depression having treatment: review how well the treatment is working with the person between 2 and 4 weeks after starting treatment.
Cellulitis and erysipelas: antimicrobial prescribing - NICE
WEBSep 27, 2019 · Before treating cellulitis or erysipelas, consider drawing around the extent of the infection with a single-use surgical marker pen to monitor progress. Be aware that redness may be less visible on darker skin tones. 1.1.4. Offer an antibiotic for people with cellulitis or erysipelas.