FreeMD® Angina Home Care

Angina

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thallium stress test

Treatment

angioplasty

cardiac rehabilitation

Home Care

Angina Home Care

Home care for angina includes:

Stop smoking
Avoid exposure to secondary smoke
Eat a healthy heart diet:

Follow an exercise plan developed with your doctor.
Weight loss if you are overweight.
Take prescribed medications as directed.
Learn how to take your blood pressure.
Check your blood pressure every day:

Keep a log of your results.

If you have diabetes:

Check your blood sugar every day.
Keep a log of your results.

Learn how to take your own pulse.

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Last Updated: Jun 11, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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