Blood Pressure Flashcards
1
Q
What is the characteristic sound for systolic blood pressure?
A
K1
2
Q
What is hypertension?
A
it is defined as blood pressure of 140/90mmHg or greater
3
Q
Why should a patient not cross their legs when taking their blood pressure?
A
It will impact on their blood pressure reading
4
Q
How long should a patient rest before taking any measurement?
A
10 minutes
5
Q
Define ‘blood pressure’
A
It is determined by the volume of blood that flows out of the heart over a specified time and the systemic vascular resistance
6
Q
What is hypotension?
A
It is systolic blood pressure below 100mmHg
7
Q
What is the normal blood pressure?
A
120/80mmHg
