Blood pressure management is an essential part of maintaining the health, safety, and wellbeing of people living in care homes. Many residents are older adults with long-term health conditions, frailty, or cognitive impairment, all of which can increase the risk of high or unstable blood pressure. Because changes in blood pressure often occur without obvious symptoms, regular monitoring and appropriate management are vital in preventing avoidable harm.

In care home settings, effective blood pressure management supports the early identification of health concerns, reduces the risk of serious events such as strokes, heart attacks, and falls, and contributes to person-centred care. It also plays an important role in supporting safe medication use and informed clinical decision-making in partnership with GPs, community nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

This document provides guidance on the monitoring, recording, and management of blood pressure within care homes. It aims to support staff to deliver safe, consistent, and compassionate care, while recognising the need for individualised approaches that respect each resident’s health needs, preferences, and quality of life.

Fusion Brain Boosters have been designed as quick, easy reference documents suitable for any staff member working in a care home. They can be used to reinforce knowledge and increase awareness of conditions and risks associated with healthcare. Some information may be new, or it could be simply refreshing information previously gained. They can be printed off and put on a staff noticeboard, used as supervision documents (either in 121’s or in group settings) or used as reflective documents to encourage discussion within teams in the care setting. Please share them with your colleagues and we would love to get your feedback using the buttons below…….

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