Q155 / 200 · NEET 2011 (Screening) · Zoology

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding blood pressure?

  • A
    $100 / 55 \mathrm{mmHg}$ is considered an ideal blood pressure
  • B
    $105 / 50 \mathrm{mmHg}$ makes one very active
  • Correct answer
    C
    $190 / 110 \mathrm{mmHg}$ may harm vital organs like brain and kidney
  • D
    $130 / 90 \mathrm{mmHg}$ is considered high and requires treatment

Solution

Hypertension is the term for blood pressure that is higher than normal $(120 / 80)$. In this measurement, $120 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$ (millimeter) of mercury pressure) is the systolic, or pumping, pressure and $80 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$ is the diastolic, or resting pressure. If repeated checks of blood pressure $190 / 100 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$ ) of an individual is $140 / 90$ (140 over 90) or higher, it shows hypertension. High blood pressure leads to heart diseases and also affects vital organs like brain and kidney.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

More Body Fluids and Circulation Questions