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Kirstin Smith
on Oct 30, 2024
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Which of the following systolic/diastolic blood pressures is considered to be within the prehypertensive state?
A) 150/95
B) 145/95
C) 130/85
D) 110/70
E) 90/60
Prehypertensive State
A condition characterized by blood pressure that is higher than normal but not yet high enough to be classified as hypertension.
Systolic/Diastolic
Refers to the two measurements in blood pressure; systolic is the pressure when the heart beats, and diastolic is the pressure when the heart rests between beats.
Blood Pressures
The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, an essential indicator of cardiovascular health.
- Acquire knowledge on how hormones regulate blood volume and blood pressure.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on how hormones regulate blood volume and blood pressure.