Understanding Blood Pressure and Monitoring

Understanding Blood Pressure and Monitoring

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Health, Life Skills

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video tutorial explains blood pressure, detailing systolic and diastolic pressures. It guides viewers on how to prepare for and take blood pressure measurements at home using a digital monitor. The tutorial also covers the use of digital equipment, emphasizing the importance of accurate readings and recording results.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term used for the blood pressure when the heart beats and sends a surge of blood through the vessels?

Diastolic pressure

Systolic pressure

Pulse pressure

Mean arterial pressure

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is blood pressure typically recorded?

As a percentage of heart efficiency

As a single number

As a ratio of heart rate to blood flow

As two numbers, systolic over diastolic

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you ensure before measuring your blood pressure at home?

That you have exercised recently

That you have back support and a comfortable place to sit

That you are standing upright

That you have eaten a meal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where should the inflatable cuff be placed on your arm?

Directly on the wrist

Two centimeters above the bend in your elbow

On the forearm

On the shoulder

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in taking a blood pressure measurement with a digital monitor?

Wrap the cuff around the arm

Check the battery level

Press the on/off button to turn the monitor on

Inflate the cuff

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

To what level should you inflate the arm cuff compared to your expected systolic pressure?

20 to 30 points higher

30 to 40 points higher

10 to 20 points higher

40 to 50 points higher

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do once the desired pressure is reached during a blood pressure measurement?

Remove the cuff immediately

Release the inflation bulb and remain still

Deflate the cuff completely

Start talking to relax

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