Blood Pressure Basics
What do the two numbers in a blood pressure reading represent?
What is systolic and diastolic pressures?
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
What is hypertension?
Reducing the intake of this mineral can help lower blood pressure.
What is sodium (Salt)?
What is considered a normal adult blood pressure reading?
What is 120/80 mmHg?
What blood pressure reading is considered hypertension? (You can guess either Systolic or Diastolic)
What is 130-139 systolic or 80-89 diastolic mmHg?
What type of physical activity is commonly recommended to help manage blood pressure?
What is aerobic exercise? (Jogging, Walking, Swimming, Cycling)
The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels is called what?
What is blood pressure?
Name one common symptom of hypotension?
What is dizziness, fainting, or blurred vision?
What kinds of foods are restricted if you're on the DASH diet?
What are processed foods, candy, or fatty meats?
What instrument is used to measure blood pressure?
What is a sphygmomanometer?
The condition is known as the “silent killer” because it often has no symptoms.
What is hypertension?
Name a medication commonly used to treat high blood pressure.
What are ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, or diuretics?
Which part of the heart is responsible for generating systolic pressure?
What is the left ventricle?
Name one possible cause of hypertension.
What is obesity, smoking, stress, or high sodium intake?
The DASH diet is designed to lower blood pressure. What does DASH stand for?
What is Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension?