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My grandma has to take her pill for her high blood pressure. but when she sees that her pressure is good she does not take her pill. is that dangerous?
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Medication: She needs to take her meds as prescribed. The blood pressure meds are not typically prescribed to be used intermittently. These meds are to be taken on a regular basis.
Answered 10/8/2018
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Yes: Tell her that she should take her meds as directed everyday.
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