Blood pressure Flashcards
1
Q
What is systolic pressure?
A
The maximum pressure during one heart beat
2
Q
What is diastolic pressure?
A
The minimum pressure which exists between two heart beats
3
Q
What is the equation linked mean arterial pressure, cardiac output and total peripheral resistance?
A
MAP = CO x TPR
4
Q
What is the normal blood pressure quoted as?
A
120/80 mmHg
5
Q
What equation describes mean arterial pressure and pulse pressure?
A
MAp = diastolic pressure + 1/3 pulse pressure
