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Cardiovascular System Career Specialties — Unit test

Question 29 • 26-27 Ignite Health Science Concepts - EL3602

Keon smokes, is overweight, and is very stressed at work. When the doctor measure’s Keon’s blood pressure, which reading most likely appears, and how can Keon treat it?

Answer
A
His blood pressure is 90/60, and he should drink more water.
B
His blood pressure is 120/80, and he should take medication.
C
His blood pressure is 145/90, and he should increase his sodium intake.
D
His blood pressure is 150/100, and he should exercise and diet.

Explanation

Smoking, excess weight, and ongoing stress can all raise blood pressure, so a high reading is most likely. Of the choices, 150/100 is the highest reading and indicates hypertension. Exercise and a healthy diet can help lower blood pressure; increasing sodium, as choice C suggests, can make high blood pressure worse.

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