What is Hypertension
Preventing Hypertension
Managing Hypertension
100

This is another name for hypertension.

What is high blood pressure? 

100

This drink, when consumed too much, can raise blood pressure. 

What is alcohol? 

100

Doctors may prescribe this type of medicine to help lower blood pressure.

What is blood pressure medicine? 

200

High blood pressure can damage this vital organ that pumps blood. 

What is the heart?

200

Eating too much of this common seasoning can raise blood pressure. 

What is salt? 

200

People with high blood pressure should check their blood pressure this many times a week. 

What is at least once a week?

300

A normal blood pressure reading is usually around this number and over this number. 

What is 120/80? 

300

This activity, like walking or dancing, helps lower blood pressure. 

What is exercise? 

300

This type of food, found in fast food and canned goods, should be eaten less often. 

What is processed food? 

400

Hypertension is sometimes called this because it has no obvious symptoms. 

What is the "Silent Killer"? 

400

Managing this feeling, often caused by money or family problems, can help prevent high blood pressure.

What is stress? 

400

Drinking this clear liquid instead of soda helps keep blood pressure healthy. 

What is water?

500

Blood pressure is measured in two numbers called _____ and ______. Which one is the top number and which one is the bottom number?

What are systolic, top, diastolic, and bottom?

500

This habit, often done after meals or during breaks, raises blood pressure and is bad for the heart. 

What is smoking? 

500

These health professionals can help with high blood pressure by advising on diet, exercise, and medication.

What is a doctor or a nurse?