MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The systolic blood pressure is defined as the maximum pressure experienced in the aorta when the heart contracts and ejects blood into the aorta from the left ventricle (approximately 120 mmHg).

Detailed explanation-2: -Systolic pressure refers to the maximum pressure within the large arteries when the heart muscle contracts to propel blood through the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Blood pressure readings are given in two numbers. The top number is the maximum pressure the heart exerts while beating (systolic pressure). The bottom number is the amount of pressure in the arteries between beats (diastolic pressure).

Detailed explanation-4: -The first number, called systolic blood pressure, measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats. The second number, called diastolic blood pressure, measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart rests between beats.

Detailed explanation-5: -Healthy ranges. According to the American Heart Association, a healthy blood pressure range is: systolic: less than 120. diastolic: less than 80.