NEET 2011
- Exam
- NEET
- Year
- 2011
- Subject
- Zoology
- Chapter
- Body Fluids and Circulation
NEET 2011 · Zoology · Body Fluids and Circulation
Which one of the following statements is correct regarding blood...
Which one of the following statements is correct regarding blood pressure?
Options
- A is considered an ideal blood pressure
- B makes one very active
- C may harm vital organs like brain and kidney
- D is considered high and requires treatment
Correct answer
C. may harm vital organs like brain and kidney
Step-by-step solution
Hypertension is the term for blood pressure that is higher than normal . In this measurement, (millimeter) of mercury pressure) is the systolic, or pumping, pressure and is the diastolic, or resting pressure. If repeated checks of blood pressure ) of an individual is (140 over 90) or higher, it shows hypertension. High blood pressure leads to heart diseases and also affects vital organs like brain and kidney.