Blood Pressure and Ventricular Contraction Quiz
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What is the typical systolic and diastolic blood pressure reading?

  • 120/80 mm Hg (correct)
  • 100/70 mm Hg
  • 90/140 mm Hg
  • 80/120 mm Hg
  • What causes the surges in arteries known as pulsatile pressure?

  • Smooth muscle contraction
  • Ventricular relaxation
  • Elasticity of the arteries (correct)
  • Elastic rebound
  • What maintains pressure in the arteries during elastic rebound?

  • Ventricular relaxation
  • Smooth muscle relaxation
  • Elasticity of the arteries (correct)
  • Ventricular contraction
  • Which of the following best describes the characteristic of pulsatile pressure in arteries?

    <p>A sudden surge followed by a rapid decrease in pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of a loss of elastic rebound in maintaining blood pressure in arteries?

    <p>Elevated mean arterial pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does increased resistance in the arteries affect systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings?

    <p>Increases systolic pressure and decreases diastolic pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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