Resting Blood Pressure & Heart Rate Flashcards
Define systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Systolic blood pressure represents the pressure of blood flow through the arteries while the heart is contracting. Diastolic blood pressure represents the pressure of the blood flow through the arteries while the heart is resting between beats.
Resting blood pressure is a __________ screening tool.
Resting blood pressure is a practical screening tool.
What are some of the lifestyle behaviors associated with high blood pressure?
Lifestyle behaviors associated with high blood pressure include; excessive sodium and alcohol intake, obesity, inadequate intake of plant-based foods, inactivity, chronic stress, tobacco use and elevated blood insulin and or catecholamine levels.
When measuring resting blood pressure, what steps are needed to ensure an accurate measurement?
When using a digital cuff, allow client to rest quietly for a few minutes with both feet flat on the floor. Eliminate all distracting noises and don’t allow client to talk or move during testing. Take two readings, one minute apart and average them together.
Your new client has a resting blood pressure reading of 130/86 and 126/84. You would record their resting blood pressure as?
128/85 mmHg
What is the purpose of measuring resting heart rate?
Resting heart rate should be assessed to determine if the rate is appropriate and rhythm is regular. It’s also useful when calculating a client’s target heart rate.
True or False: Resting heart rate is a fitness assessment?
False: it is a medical screening tool not a fitness assessment.
When measuring resting heart rate, what steps are needed to ensure accurate measurement?
When measuring resting heart rate measurement should be obtained upon waking or at rest. Count the heart beats for 60 seconds and avoid extreme pressure on the carotid artery.
Your client has a noticeably irregular resting heart rate during medical screening. What should you do?
Individuals with a resting heart rate greater than 100 BPM or with an irregular pulse should be referred to their physician promptly.
