What factors among the options below might cause an AME to refuse a medical qualification?
High blood pressure is defined as a blood pressure measurement of 140/90 mmHg or above (as per EASA Part-MED, the limit is set at 160/95). High blood pressure (HBP, or hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart diseases and stroke. Hypertension adds to your heart's workload and damages your arteries and organs over time. Conversely, low blood pressure hampers the adequate delivery of oxygen and nutrients to organs.
- High and low blood pressure are medical conditions that can render individuals unfit for flying.
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