6.9.2013(BP) Flashcards
0
Q
Diastolic pressure change when the back is not supported while sitting
A
6 mm more
1
Q
Diff btw supine and sitting BP measurement
A
Diastolic 5mm more in sitting position
Systolic 8mm more in supine position
2
Q
Crossing the legs raises systolic pressure by
A
2-8mm
3
Q
Precaution to be taken while measuring BP in supine position
A
Keep a pillow under arms
4
Q
Pressure change for every inch above or below heart level
A
2mm Hg
5
Q
Upper limit of normal for home blood pressure measurement
A
135/85
6
Q
Most common medical disorder of pregnancy
A
Hypertension
7
Q
Importance of diastolic BP
A
More potent cardiovascular risk factor than SBP until age 50
8
Q
Ageing and BP
A
Systolic pressure keeps on rising
Diastolic pressure rises upto 50yrs then levels off or falls
