Blood Pressure Measurement Worksheet
This worksheet covers the principles and procedures of blood pressure measurement, including understanding systolic and diastolic pressures, factors affecting blood pressure, and common measurement techniques.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple-choice questions, select the best option. For fill-in-the-blank questions, complete the sentence with the correct term. For short answer questions, provide a concise and accurate response.
1. Which of the following defines systolic blood pressure?
The pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest.
The pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts.
The average pressure in the arteries during a cardiac cycle.
The pressure in the veins.
2. What is the standard unit of measurement for blood pressure?
Pascals (Pa)
Millimeters of mercury (mmHg)
Atmospheres (atm)
Pounds per square inch (psi)
3. The top number in a blood pressure reading is the pressure, while the bottom number is the pressure.
4. A device used to measure blood pressure is called a .
5. High blood pressure is also known as hypotension.
True
False
6. Physical activity can temporarily increase blood pressure.
True
False
7. Briefly explain the difference between hypertension and hypotension.
8. List three factors that can influence a person's blood pressure.