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What is a hypertensive crisis?
a) A blood pressure reading of 180/120 mmHg or higher
b) A sudden drop in blood pressure
c) Consistently low blood pressure
d) Blood pressure below 90/60 mmHg
Answer: c) Sedentary lifestyle
Explanation: A sedentary lifestyle can contribute to the development of hypertension.
Which lifestyle factor is a risk for hypertension?
a) Regular exercise
b) High fiber diet
c) Sedentary lifestyle
d) Low-fat diet
Answer: c) Aldosterone
Explanation: Aldosterone helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium levels.
Which hormone regulates blood pressure by controlling the amount of sodium in the blood?
a) Insulin
b) Adrenaline
c) Aldosterone
d) Estrogen
Answer: b) Reducing salt intake
Explanation: Reducing salt intake can help lower blood pressure.
Which of the following dietary changes can help lower blood pressure?
a) Increasing red meat consumption
b) Reducing salt intake
c) Increasing caffeine intake
d) Reducing vegetable intake
Answer: c) Essential hypertension
Explanation: Essential (or primary) hypertension has no identifiable cause.
What is the term for high blood pressure without an identifiable cause?
a) Secondary hypertension
b) Tertiary hypertension
c) Essential hypertension
d) Primary hypertension
Answer: c) Osteoporosis
Explanation: Hypertension can lead to stroke, heart attack, and heart failure, but not osteoporosis.
Which of the following is NOT a complication of untreated hypertension?
a) Stroke
b) Heart attack
c) Osteoporosis
d) Heart failure
Answer: c) Older adults
Explanation: The risk of developing hypertension increases with age.
Which demographic is most at risk for developing hypertension?
a) Young children
b) Pregnant women
c) Older adults
d) Teenagers
Answer: b) It increases blood volume
Explanation: High sodium intake can increase blood volume, leading to higher blood pressure.
Answer: a) A blood pressure reading of 180/120 mmHg or higher
Explanation: A hypertensive crisis is a severe increase in blood pressure that can lead to stroke and other complications.