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The Cardiovascular system is slightly overfilled with blood , As result blood exerts an outward force against vessel wall , as it flow through them
The term blood pressure refers to force exerted by Blood as it pressure against & Attempts to stretch the wall of blood vesseles
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What creates blood pressure in the arteries?
organ cell
The process in which blood pressure creates tissue fluid?
Filtration
Why do you need to inflate the blood pressure cuff to measure blood pressure?
Because it creates a higher pressure than the mean arterial pressure of the brachial artery. So, it temporarily stops blood flow. The slow release of pressure and listening with a stethoscope will give you the systolic and diastolic pressure.
Pressure in the aorta is greatest during what?
The pressure in the aorta is greatest during ventricular systole, which is when the heart contracts and pumps blood into the aorta. This creates a surge in pressure that is known as systolic blood pressure.
Which blood vessel has a pulse?
Arteries have a pulse due to the rhythmic contraction of the heart, which creates a pressure wave that can be felt as the pulse in arteries. Veins do not have a pulse as they carry blood back to the heart at a lower pressure.
Does high blood pressure affect the veins?
Veins don't carry blood at high pressure arteries carry blood at high pressure. Arteries have a thick, elastic muscle layer that can handle high pressure of the blood flowing through them.
What is the organ doing that produces high blood pressure?
The heart creates blood pressure. High blood pressure is the result of problems with the veins and arteries just become too hardened and not elastic as when in younger years. This causes the heart to work harder and can damage it, causing a heart attack.
How does regular exercise improve cardivascular function during times of stress?
It keeps the blood vessels resilient and supple so that when an abrupt change in blood pressure occurs, for whatever reason the blood vessels can dilate or constrict to accommodate the change in blood pressure. In effect, exercise creates a pressure buffer to keep the blood pressure where it needs to be, thereby avoiding the possibility of damaging vital organs but especially the heart. Exercise creates a pressure buffer by conditioning the tone of the smooth muscle which covers the vessel and which is the means by which the vessel increases and decreases in diameter.
How is blood transported to all parts of the body at the correct pressure?
Blood is transported to all parts of the body at the correct pressure through the pumping action of the heart, which creates the necessary pressure to push blood through the blood vessels. The blood vessels, such as arteries and capillaries, help regulate blood flow and pressure by constricting or dilating. Additionally, the body's autonomic nervous system and hormones play a role in regulating blood pressure to ensure adequate perfusion to tissues.
The human heart creates enough pressure while pumping to squirt blood 30 feet?
Yes, blood will squirt over 30 feet when an artery is cut, not a vein.
Why do you think diurectis are often prescribed as a treatment for high blood pressure?
Water creates pressure when it is present in the body. Lowering the amount of water in the blood through diuretics lowers blood pressure. Think of a garden hose with water running through it. If you shut off the end where the spout is, the pressure will increase in the hose, if you open it an let the water run out, the pressure inside the hose will drop. The same principle works in your body. If you have less water in it, by urinating more, your blood pressure would drop.
What is the lowest pressure exerted by blood in your arteries is your- blood pressure?
The lowest pressure exerted by blood in your arteries is your diastolic blood pressure.
