Theory Pack 5 Flashcards
1
Q
What is elevated (high) blood pressure known as?
A
Hypertension
2
Q
What is blood pressure actually a measure of?
A
Blood pressure is actually a measure of the hydrostatic force of the blood against the walls of a blood vessel.
3
Q
When is blood pressure highest?
A
Ventricles have contracted
4
Q
When is blood pressure lowest?
A
Ventricles are relaxed
5
Q
What piece of equipment is used to measure blood pressure?
A
Sphygmomanometer
6
Q
What is Systolic pressure?
A
When blood pressure is highest.
7
Q
What is diastole pressure?
A
When blood pressure is lowest.
8
Q
What are the units of blood pressure?
A
Kilopascals
9
Q
What are the ranges for a healthy blood pressure?
A
Systolic pressure - between 100-140mmHg
Diastolic pressure - between 60-90mmHg
10
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