Blood Pressure Measurement in Human Physiology
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What does the systolic blood pressure represent?

  • Pressure in between heartbeats
  • Pressure when the heart beats (correct)
  • Pressure in the arteries
  • Pressure when the heart is resting

    • Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for hypertension?

  • Genetic Factors (correct)
  • Lack of Physical Activity
  • Unhealthy Diet
  • Smoking

    • In terms of blood pressure, what does diastolic blood pressure indicate?

  • Pressure when the heart is resting (correct)
  • Pressure in between heartbeats
  • Pressure in the arteries
  • Pressure when the heart beats

    • Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for hypertension?

    <p>Lack of Physical Activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of variation in blood pressure is mainly associated with an increase to unhealthy levels?

    <p>Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological variation can lead to low blood pressure?

    <p>Sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What instrument is routinely used for recording arterial blood pressure in humans?

    <p>Sphygmomanometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT associated with physiological variations in blood pressure?

    <p>Pathological conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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