Blood Pressure (Noun)
Meaning
The pressure of the circulating blood against the walls of the blood vessels; results from the systole of the left ventricle of the heart; sometimes measured for a quick evaluation of a person's health; "adult blood pressure is considered normal at 120/80 where the first number is the systolic pressure and the second is the diastolic pressure".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The doctor took the patient's blood pressure to check for any signs of hypertension.
- High blood pressure can lead to serious health problems if left untreated.
- The nurse checked the patient's blood pressure regularly throughout the night.
- The American Heart Association recommends that adults aim for a blood pressure of less than 120/80.
- After a few weeks of exercise and diet changes, her blood pressure had decreased significantly.