8 Questions
What does the systolic blood pressure represent?
Pressure when the heart beats
Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for hypertension?
Genetic Factors
In terms of blood pressure, what does diastolic blood pressure indicate?
Pressure when the heart is resting
Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for hypertension?
Lack of Physical Activity
What type of variation in blood pressure is mainly associated with an increase to unhealthy levels?
Hypertension
Which physiological variation can lead to low blood pressure?
Sleep
What instrument is routinely used for recording arterial blood pressure in humans?
Sphygmomanometer
Which factor is NOT associated with physiological variations in blood pressure?
Pathological conditions
Explore the practical aspects of blood pressure measurement in human physiology. Learn about systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings and their significance in assessing cardiovascular health.
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