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

Options

A. 100/55 mm Hg is considered an ideal blood pressure
B. 105/50 mm Hg makes one very active.
C. 190/110 mm Hg may harm vital organs like brain and kidney
D. 130/90 mm Hg is considered high and requires treatment.

Answer

C

Explanation

( c) Blood pressure [190/110 mm Hg) of an individual is 140/90 [140 over 90] or higher, it shows hypertension. High blood pressure [190/110 mm Hg) lead to heart diseases and also affects vital organs like brain and kidneys. Hypernation means the blood pressure that is higher than normal [120/80]. In this measurement, 120 mm Hg ( milimeter of mercury pressure ) is the normal systolic or pumping, pressure and 80 mm Hg is the normal diastolic or resting pressure.