Measurement of Blood Pressure (Major 1)

What is the term for an abnormally high blood pressure reading?

• Hypotension

• Normotension

• Hypertension

• Tachycardia

What is the primary purpose of an automatic blood pressure machine?

• Measure heart rate

• Assess oxygen levels

• Monitor blood pressure

• Check body temperature

What is the recommended arm position for accurate blood pressure measurement?

• Lower than heart level

• Higher than heart level

• Parallel to the heart

• Bent at a 90-degree angle

What is the correct placement of the blood pressure cuff?

• Over the elbow joint

• 1 inch above the antecubital fossa

• 2 inches below the antecubital fossa

• Around the wrist

How long should a person rest before taking a blood pressure measurement?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

What is considered normal blood pressure for adults?

• 120/80 mm Hg

• 140/90 mm Hg

• 160/100 mm Hg

• 180/110 mm Hg

What action should be taken if the blood pressure reading is significantly high or low?

• Ignore it and recheck later

• Recheck and if still same notify the healthcare provider immediately

• Ask the patient to take deep breaths

• Check blood pressure on the other arm

Which of the following factors can influence blood pressure readings?

• Recent exercise

• Recent meal consumption

• Stress and anxiety

• All of the above

what should be considered when selecting the appropriate blood pressure cuff size?

• The patient's height

• The patient's arm circumference

• The patient's age

• The patient's weight

What does the upper number represent in a blood pressure reading?

• Diastolic pressure

• Pulse rate

• Pressure during heart relax

• Systolic pressure