Normal Readings in BP - Pediatric Oncall

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I am a school nurse and have been reading reports of the increase of children with Hypertension. Do I need to start BP screenings in school? Where can I find the normal readings for each age range, my pediatrician’s book is old? Do you have suggestions for approaching the local physician for support in BP screenings?
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It has been found that adult onset kidney diseases have a basis from childhood. Ideally every school going children should have a urine test and blood pressure monitoring done once a year to detect asymptomatic kidney disease in them and treat accordingly. This screening program is already being done on a regular basis in Japan. Regarding normal BP range, there are charts available depending on age, weight, height and sex of the child. Consult a pediatrician for the same. Back to All Questions

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