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What does blood pressure measure?

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The force exerted on the walls of the arteries by the blood.

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What does systolic blood pressure represent?

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Pressure in the arteries when the ventricles contract.

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How should a patient's arm be positioned when measuring blood pressure?

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At heart level.

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What is one disadvantage of using an automated blood pressure monitor?

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Can be used to measure blood pressure in a patient with a dysrhythmia.

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If a patient’s blood pressure is 130/85 mm Hg, what is the pulse pressure?

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45.

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What is diastolic blood pressure?

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The pressure in the arteries when the heart relaxes.

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What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

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Typically around 120/80 mm Hg.

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What is the role of the aorta in blood pressure?

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The aorta expands and recoils to help maintain blood pressure.

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What factors can affect blood pressure?

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Age, weight, diet, physical activity, and stress.

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What is hypertension?

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A condition where blood pressure is consistently too high, typically above 130/80 mm Hg.