EKG Paper Is Divided into Small Squares

question 10

Multiple Choice

EKG paper is divided into small squares. Each is 1 mm in height and width and represents a time interval of:

• A) 0.04 seconds.
• B) 0.12 seconds.
• C) 0.20 seconds.
• D) 0.08 seconds.

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, a critical parameter in assessing cardiovascular health.

Pulse Pressure

The difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, which can provide insights into the health of the cardiovascular system.

Systolic Pressure

This refers to the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats and pumps blood.

Diastolic Pressure

The lower number in a blood pressure reading, indicating the pressure in the arteries between heartbeats.