Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) Awareness

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About Course

Low blood pressure does not always cause problems, but when it does it can lead to dizziness, fainting and falls – especially in older people. This course explains what counts as low blood pressure, the symptoms including postural hypotension, common causes and the practical self-help steps the NHS recommends.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This is general health awareness training based on published NHS information. It does not diagnose or treat any condition and is not a substitute for advice from a doctor, nurse, pharmacist or NHS 111. In an emergency, call 999.

What Will You Learn?

  • Know what reading counts as low blood pressure
  • Recognise symptoms, including postural hypotension when standing up
  • Understand common causes, including some medicines
  • Use practical NHS self-help steps and support falls prevention

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What low blood pressure is
  • Causes, checks and when to see a GP
  • Self-help, treatment and preventing falls

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

Final Assessment

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