NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PHARMACOLOGY
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Question
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The difference between the systolic and diastolic pressure
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Pulse Pressure
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Segmental Blood Pressure
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Blood Pressure
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -The bottom number (diastolic pressure) measures the pressure as the heart relaxes between beats. A blood pressure reading of 120/80 is considered normal. Heart rate, also called pulse, is the number of times your heart beats per minute.
Detailed explanation-3: -final answer: The difference between systolic and diastolic pressure in humans is called pulse pressure.
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