Table 2

Hypertension management protocol (routinely followed protocols across Pakistan)

Hypertension management protocol
12.Please carry out the following orders as appropriateYesNoDate and time
13.If systolic BP>185 mm  Hg or diastolic BP>110 mm  Hg for ≥2 readings taken 5–10 min apart, use hypertension management protocol
14.If systolic BP>185 mm  Hg or diastolic BP>110 mm  Hg, treat with labetalol bolus or infusion
15.Give: IV labetalol 10–20 mg over 1–2 min
16.If still elevated after 10–15 min:The dose may be repeated every 10–15 min up to a total of no more than 300 mg/24 hours or give labetalol initial loading dose followed by infusion at 2–8 mg/min
17.Hold treatment if BP<185/110 mm  Hg

  • BP, blood pressure; IV, intravenous.