Blood Pressure Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Question 1

Within the normal ranges, what is the acceptable range for systolic blood pressure in mmHg?

Accepted Answer

120-140

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Below 100

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Over 160

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100-120

Question 2

Which hormone constricts blood vessels, thereby increasing blood pressure?

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Epinephrine

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Acetylcholine

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Dopamine

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Insulin

Question 3

What condition is characterized by abnormally low blood pressure?

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Hypotension

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Hypertension

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Bradycardia

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Tachycardia

Question 4

What is the primary goal of antihypertensive medications?

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To lower blood pressure

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To increase cardiac output

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To widen blood vessels

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To decrease blood volume

Question 5

Which technique is used to measure blood pressure without the need for invasive procedures?

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Sphygmomanometer

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Doppler ultrasound

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Cardiac catheterization

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Electrocardiogram

Question 6

What is the cause of the Korotkoff sounds heard during blood pressure measurement?

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Turbulence caused by narrowing of the artery

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Opening of the aortic valve

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Closure of the aortic valve

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Presence of a heart murmur

Question 7

What are the potential long-term complications of poorly managed or untreated hypertension on the body's organs and systems?

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Heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, blindness

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High cholesterol, obesity, fatigue

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Diabetes, gout, asthma

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Arthritis, osteoporosis, depression

Question 8

Which of the following methods is used to measure blood pressure non-invasively?

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Sphygmomanometer

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Holter monitor

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Electrocardiogram

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Doppler ultrasound

Question 9

What is the recommended range for normal blood pressure in adults?

Accepted Answer

90/60 mmHg - 120/80 mmHg

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110/70 mmHg - 140/90 mmHg

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120/80 mmHg - 160/100 mmHg

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140/90 mmHg - 180/110 mmHg

Question 10

Which hormone causes an increase in blood pressure?

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Adrenaline

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Acetylcholine

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Insulin

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Prostaglandins

Question 11

The baroreflex mechanism involves:

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Monitoring blood pressure and adjusting heart rate and blood vessel diameter accordingly

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Increasing blood pressure in response to decreased blood volume

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Decreasing heart rate in response to increased blood pressure

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Constricting blood vessels in response to decreased blood pressure

Question 12

The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system primarily functions to:

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Increase blood pressure

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Maintain fluid balance

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Constrict blood vessels

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Decrease heart rate

Question 13

The sphygmomanometer is primarily used to measure:

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Blood pressure

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Heart rate

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Respiratory rate

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Body temperature

Question 14

Which type of blood vessel typically has the highest blood pressure?

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

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Lymphatic vessels

Question 15

The pulse pressure refers to:

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The difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure

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The average blood pressure throughout the cardiac cycle

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The maximum blood pressure during the cardiac cycle

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The minimum blood pressure during the cardiac cycle

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a component of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS)?

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Epinephrine

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Renin

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Angiotensin II

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Aldosterone

Question 17

What is the main function of baroreceptors in blood pressure regulation?

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To detect changes in blood pressure and adjust heart rate

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To release hormones that constrict blood vessels

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To stimulate the kidneys to excrete more water

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To increase vascular resistance

Question 18

What is the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure?

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Systolic is the pressure when the heart contracts, while diastolic is the pressure when the heart relaxes.

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Diastolic is the pressure when the heart contracts, while systolic is the pressure when the heart relaxes.

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Systolic and diastolic blood pressure are the same.

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Systolic is higher than diastolic blood pressure.

Question 19

What is the role of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) in blood pressure regulation?

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To increase heart rate and blood vessel constriction

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To decrease heart rate and blood vessel dilation

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To increase blood volume and blood vessel dilation

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To decrease blood volume and blood vessel constriction

Question 20

What is the **normal** range for systolic blood pressure in healthy adults?

Accepted Answer

120-140 mmHg

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90-120 mmHg

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140-160 mmHg

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160-180 mmHg

Question 21

Which hormone causes **vasoconstriction** (narrowing of blood vessels)?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine

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Acetylcholine

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Nitric oxide

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Prostaglandins

Question 22

What is the term for the **force** exerted by blood on the walls of blood vessels?

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Blood pressure

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Cardiac output

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Systemic vascular resistance

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Peripheral resistance

Question 23

What is the name of the instrument used to **measure** blood pressure?

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Sphygmomanometer

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Stethoscope

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Cardiac monitor

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Electrocardiograph

Question 24

What is the name of the condition characterized by **abnormally low** blood pressure?

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Hypotension

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Hypertension

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Bradycardia

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Tachycardia

Question 25

Which of the following is **not** a risk factor for developing hypertension?

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Regular physical activity

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Obesity

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Excessive alcohol consumption

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Family history of hypertension

Question 26

The standard unit of measurement for blood pressure is:

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mmHg

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kPa

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atm

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psi

Question 27

Blood pressure is commonly measured at which artery?

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Brachial artery

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Radial artery

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Femoral artery

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Carotid artery

Question 28

Which factor does NOT influence blood pressure regulation?

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Gravity

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Cardiac output

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Peripheral resistance

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Blood volume

Question 29

The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) regulates blood pressure primarily by:

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Increasing sodium reabsorption

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Decreasing cardiac output

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Dilating blood vessels

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Lowering blood volume

Question 30

The condition characterized by persistently elevated blood pressure is:

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Hypertension

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Hypotension

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Bradycardia

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Tachycardia

Question 31

The normal range for systolic blood pressure in adults is:

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120-129 mmHg

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< 120 mmHg

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130-139 mmHg

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> 140 mmHg

Question 32

The primary function of a sphygmomanometer in blood pressure measurement is to:

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Inflate the cuff and occlude blood flow

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Measure the pressure in the cuff

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Amplify Korotkoff sounds

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Calculate mean arterial pressure

Question 33

A patient's blood pressure reading is 145/90 mmHg. According to the UK guidelines, how would this blood pressure be classified?

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Stage 1 Hypertension

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Normal Blood Pressure

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Prehypertension

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Stage 2 Hypertension

Question 34

Which of the following factors does NOT directly influence blood pressure?

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Blood type

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Cardiac output

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Blood volume

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Peripheral vascular resistance

Question 35

What is the primary function of baroreceptors in the body's blood pressure regulation system?

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They detect changes in blood pressure and send signals to the brain.

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They control the release of renin from the kidneys.

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They regulate the heart rate.

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They directly constrict or dilate blood vessels.

Question 36

Which method is considered the most accurate for measuring blood pressure?

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Auscultatory method using a sphygmomanometer

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Palpation method

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Automated blood pressure monitor

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Pulse oximetry

Question 37

A patient's blood pressure reading is 110/70 mmHg. What is the correct classification for this blood pressure?

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This is considered normal blood pressure.

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This is considered Stage 1 Hypertension.

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This is considered prehypertension.

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This is considered Stage 2 Hypertension.

Question 38

Which of the following hormones plays a key role in regulating blood pressure by promoting sodium and water retention in the kidneys?

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Aldosterone

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Thyroid hormone

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Epinephrine

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Insulin

Question 39

How does the body typically respond to a sudden drop in blood pressure?

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Increase in heart rate and vasoconstriction

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No significant change

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Increased urination

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Decrease in heart rate and vasodilation

Question 40

Why is reducing sodium intake often recommended for patients with high blood pressure?

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Sodium retention increases blood volume, leading to higher blood pressure.

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Sodium deficiency can cause hypotension.

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Sodium is a direct stimulant of the heart.

Question 41

What is the primary function of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) in blood pressure regulation?

Accepted Answer

To increase blood pressure by vasoconstriction and fluid retention.

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To regulate heart rate and contractility.

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To decrease blood pressure by vasodilation and diuresis.