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Understanding Perception Helps the Nurse To

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Understanding perception helps the nurse to:


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Pulse Pressure

The difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, reflecting the force that the heart generates each time it contracts.

Arterial Pressure

The pressure of the blood within the arteries, typically reflecting the force exerted by the heart when pumping blood through the arterial system.

Systolic Pressure

The top number in a blood pressure reading, representing the maximum pressure your heart exerts while beating.

Diastolic Pressure

The pressure in the arteries when the heart rests between beats, representing the lower value in blood pressure readings.

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