Question

Which of the following blood pressure readings would be indicative of hypertension? 110/60 in a 20-year-old woman 120/80 in a 30-year-old man 170/96 in a 50-year-old man 130/80 in a 70-year-old woman.

Answer 1

Answer:  170/96 in a 50-year old man

Explanation:

Hypertension can be define as a condition of high blood pressure.  This condition can lead to health complications such as heart disease, stroke and even death. The blood pressure over 140/90 mm Hg can affect individuals of or over the age of 50 years. Blood pressure can be define as a force that free flowing blood exerts over the walls of the blood vessels. This pressure is dependent upon the resistance of blood vessels.