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A blood pressure reading of 160/100 mm Hg, when persistently elevated, is referred to as:

  • A Tachycardia, a faster than normal heart rate
  • B Hypotension, a drop below the normal range
  • C Bradycardia, a slower than normal heart rate
  • D Hypertension, a rise above the normal range

Correct answer: D. Hypertension, a rise above the normal range

Explanation: Hypertension (high blood pressure) is diagnosed when blood pressure is persistently above the normal range of about 120/80 mm Hg, raising risk of heart disease.

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Blood, lymph, the heart, the cardiac cycle, blood pressure, and ECG. High NEET weightage.

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