Low blood pressure is generally considered a blood pressure readingblood pressure readingFor a manual blood pressure measurement, the care provider places a stethoscope over the major artery in the upper arm (brachial artery) to listen to blood flow. The cuff is inflated with a small hand pump. As the cuff inflates, it squeezes the arm. Blood flow through the artery stops for a moment.

What are the signs of low BP?

Symptoms of low blood pressure

  • lightheadedness or dizziness.
  • feeling sick.
  • blurred vision.
  • generally feeling weak.
  • confusion.
  • fainting.

How do you fix low blood pressure?





Treatment

  1. Use more salt. Experts usually recommend limiting salt (sodium) because it can raise blood pressure, sometimes dramatically. …
  2. Drink more water. Fluids increase blood volume and help prevent dehydration, both of which are important in treating hypotension.
  3. Wear compression stockings. …
  4. Medications.