Pulse Rate And Blood Pressure Flashcards
1
Q
How is a pulse created
A
Whenever the heart beats and blood moves through the arteries,
2
Q
What is the pulse of a healthy person
A
72 beats per minutes
60-100 is also normal
3
Q
What is blood pressure
A
Blood pressure (B.P.) refers to the two pressures measured in the arteries when the muscles of the heart contract and relax,
4
Q
What instrument is used to measure bp
A
Sphygmomanometer
5
Q
What is systolic pressure
A
When the heart is pumping
6
Q
What is diastolic pressure
A
Normal pressure when the heart is at rest
