Nurse Oyiza

Sickle cell crisis, oh how it hurts Leaves you feeling weak and on the verge Of breaking down, but you're strong You've been through this before, and you'll carry on

The pain is sharp, it cuts like a knife But you'll survive, you'll fight for your life The cells in your blood, they twist and turn And your body screams out, for the pain to adjourn

You'll take deep breaths, and try to relax But the pain just won't go away, it attacks Every inch of your body, from head to toe But you won't give up, you'll never let go

Sickle cell crisis, it's a battle you'll fight But you're not alone, we'll stand by your side With love and support, we'll help you through And together, we'll make it to the other side, anew.

Good day FAM
Let talk about hypertension

What is hypertension?
Hypertension is a sustain rise in blood pressure above normal. Usually characterized by chest pain, fatigue and dizziness.

Note: for individual to be considered as hypertensive patient, the blood pressure must be taken at least on three different occasions for more than 24hrs.

Types of hypertension
1. Primary hypertension
2. Secondary hypertension.

* PRIMARY HYPERTENSION
This represent 90-95% of hypertension cases without knowing the exact cause.
The risk factors includes:-
1. Age
2. Genetic factor
3. Smoking alcohol
4. Obesity
5. sedentary lifestyle
6. Emotional/ psychological stress
7. Dietary habit with high salt and fat.

* SECONDARY HYPERTENSION
This represent 5-10% of hypertensive case and usually associated with early disease condition which include renal failure, endocrine function such as diabetes mellitus, then pregnancy.

Sign and symptoms
1. Chest pain
2. Fatigue
3. Insomnia
4. Palpitations
5. Raised blood pressure
6. Dizziness

Complications
1. Heart attack
2. Stroke
3. Heart failure
4. Weakened and narrow blood vessels
5. Metabolic syndrome
6. Trouble with memory understanding.

Management
1. Diet ( moderate salt and cholesterol diet)
2. Lifestyle modification
3. Anti hypertensive drugs