heart rate blood pressure and heart disease Flashcards
1
Q
Why are blood pressures given within a range?
A
Because everyone is different
2
Q
What is high blood pressure?
A
High blood pressure is when the heart and blood vessels are put in extra continuous strain
3
Q
Which lifestyle factors can increase heart disease?
A
Smoking Misuse of drugs Stress Poor diet Lack of exercise Excessive alcohol drinking
4
Q
What is epidemiology?
A
The study of patterns of diseases and the factors that effect them
