Which of These Is NOT True of a BP Reading

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of these is NOT true of a BP reading?

• A)Systolic pressure reflects the force of the left ventricle.
• B)Hypotension would be a systolic pressure below 120 mmHg.
• C)The reading is in millimeters of mercury.
• D)At least two readings should be taken to see if they are consistent.

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