An Optimal Systolic Blood Pressure Reading Would Be Less Than

question 17

Multiple Choice

An optimal systolic blood pressure reading would be less than

• A) 60 mm Hg.
• B) 80 mm Hg.
• C) 120 mm Hg.
• D) 200 mg Hg.

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Definitions:

Artery

Blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body.

Cardiac Arrest

A sudden loss of heart function, leading to the cessation of effective blood circulation and requiring immediate medical attention.

Responsiveness

The quality of reacting quickly and positively to stimuli or changes, often used in contexts ranging from individual behaviors to system performance.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, often measured as an indicator of cardiovascular health.