Beyond the Cuff: Measuring and Monitoring Blood Pressure

Blood pressure is one of the most commonly measured — and most commonly misread — vitals in healthcare. In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses how pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can help patients better manage hypertension. She goes over how to choose the right home blood pressure monitor, ways to use it correctly, and tips for getting the most accurate readings. This is an excerpt from our March 2026 Pharmacy Essential...