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What does the first number in a blood pressure reading represent?
What does the first number in a blood pressure reading represent?
- Overall blood volume in the arteries
- Pressure when the heart is at rest
- Pressure in blood vessels during heart contraction (correct)
- Average pressure over a heartbeat
What is the minimum systolic blood pressure reading that indicates hypertension?
What is the minimum systolic blood pressure reading that indicates hypertension?
- < 130 mmHg
- ≥ 140 mmHg (correct)
- ≥ 120 mmHg
- < 90 mmHg
What is one potential consequence of chronic hypertension?
What is one potential consequence of chronic hypertension?
- Improved kidney function
- Cerebrovascular accidents (strokes) (correct)
- Enhanced cardiovascular health
- Decreased risk of heart attacks
Which blood pressure reading would not indicate hypertension?
Which blood pressure reading would not indicate hypertension?
What does the second number in a blood pressure reading indicate?
What does the second number in a blood pressure reading indicate?
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Blood Pressure (BP)
Blood Pressure (BP)
The force of blood pushing against the walls of the body's arteries.
Hypertension
Hypertension
High blood pressure, diagnosed when systolic is 140mmHg or higher, or diastolic is 90mmHg or higher.
Chronic Hypertension
Chronic Hypertension
A condition where blood pressure is consistently elevated, putting strain on the heart and circulatory system.
Systolic Blood Pressure
Systolic Blood Pressure
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Diastolic Blood Pressure
Diastolic Blood Pressure
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