PATHOLOGY MCQ
BLOOD VESSELS
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Question
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Hypertension is defined physiologically as a condition of sustained arterial pressure of ____ or higher.
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120/80
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140/90
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130/90
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130/80
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Hypertension is defined as a systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 140 mm Hg or more, or a diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 90 mm Hg or more, or taking antihypertensive medication.
Detailed explanation-2: -Your blood pressure is considered high if the reading is more than 140/90mmHg. Blood pressure over this level puts you at higher risk of having a heart attack or stroke (cardiovascular disease).
Detailed explanation-3: -High Blood Pressure (hypertension) systolic: 140 mm Hg or higher. diastolic: 90 mm Hg or higher. High blood pressure (hypertension)
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