How Much Do You Know About High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?

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How often should an adult get their blood pressure checked

once every other year

 

at least once a year

 

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What is an aneurysm?

Another word for fainting

 

The bulging of an artery wall that can burst and cause bleeding

 

Low blood pressure

 

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Which foods are included in a healthy diet? (choose 5)

Whole grains

 

Vegetables

 

Ice cream

 

Chips

 

Fruit

 

Healthy fats

 

Lean meats

 
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What is blood pressure?

The pressure your heart exerts on your blood vessels

 

When you stop the bleeding from a cut

 

When you're stressed at work

 

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What is the definition of Hypertension?

A regular blood pressure result

 

An elevated blood pressure

 

A low blood pressure

 

A blood pressure that requires a medication to lower it

 

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What are lifestyle choices a person can make to decrease their risk of hypertension? (choose more than one)

healthy diet

 

drink more alcohol

 

exercise

 

maintain a healthy weight

 

continue smoking

 
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What are the risks of uncontrolled hypertension? (choose more than one)

Aneurysm

 

Stroke

 

Dehydration

 

Dementia

 
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