Question

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer. Why is this an appropriate name? In your answer, explain how blood pressure is measured and what readings indicate that your pressure is high. How can this condition be improved or prevented?

Answer 1

This is an appropriate name becuase it has no symptoms until after it has done damage. Blood pressure is measured by an instrument called a sphygmomanometer, (90/60) or less: You may have low blood pressure. (120/80-140/90): You have a normal blood pressure (140/90) or higher You may have high blood pressure. This condition be improved or prevented by losing extra pounds, exercise regularly and reduce sodium in your diet.