BLOOD PRESSURE
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Blood Pressure.
Blood Pressure - as a noun
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
Example: "Adult blood pressure is considered normal at 120/80 where the first number is the systolic pressure and the second is the diastolic pressure"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
force per unit areapressurepressure levelvital signHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"High blood pressure can lead to serious health problems."
"Regular exercise can help lower blood pressure."
"It is important to monitor your blood pressure regularly."
"Doctors often measure blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer."
"Stress can cause a temporary increase in blood pressure."
