Today was our first official blood pressure screening as a health ministries cabinet event. About a dozen people volunteered to have their BP (blood pressure) checked. A graph was started for each person for them to take home and bring back each month to track their BP readings. Those with borderline high BP were given information regarding hypertension and ways to lower BP. Anyone needing follow up was advised to see a cardiologist regarding related problems. Overall the process went well with Cabinet members escorting those getting BP checked into office while I, as the Parish Nurse was able to privately assess BP and talk to each person. Thank you Cabinet Members.
SECOND BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
Our second blood pressures screening took place on July 12, 2009 with 17 people participating I had help with the screening Leanna Mendenhall, a recent graduate from Polytech‘s medical assisting program performed blood pressure screenings along with myself making the process go smoothly. The members of The Health Ministries Cabinet provided support and guidance directing those wanting their blood pressure checked into the office where Leanna and I were assessing blood pressures. Thank you everyone for your participation and for your assistance.
I am absolutely impressed with all you have been able to accomplish! This is a great marketing and out-reach opportunity. Thank you for your link to CCHS Health Ministries. Keep up the good work…Micah 6:8
La Vaida Owens-White