What are the implications for resource utilization for standardized office blood pressure measurement?
The implications for resource utilization for standardized office blood pressure measurement are discussed in Chapter 1. This includes costs of additional antihypertensive drugs, additional costs for monitoring, and possible difficulties in implementation in countries with limited resources. It may also require additional equipment, clinic space, time, training, and/or change in culture, habits, or policies. Practitioners should understand the guidelines and underlying data and rationale to tailor the target and treatment strategy for individual patients. Shared decision-making with individual patients is also essential.