Asked by Veronica Esteva on Jul 04, 2024
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The difference between the maximum arterial pressure and the minimum arterial pressure is called the
A) diastolic pressure.
B) pulse pressure.
C) cardiac pressure.
D) systolic pressure.
E) mean arterial pressure.
Pulse Pressure
The difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, reflecting the force that the heart generates each time it contracts.
Arterial Pressure
The pressure of the blood within the arteries, typically reflecting the force exerted by the heart when pumping blood through the arterial system.
- Differentiate between systolic, diastolic, pulse, and mean arterial pressure.
Verified Answer
JB
Jaleigh BrownJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Pulse pressure is the difference between the maximum arterial pressure (systolic pressure) and the minimum arterial pressure (diastolic pressure). Cardiac pressure is not a commonly used term in cardiovascular physiology, and mean arterial pressure is a calculated value based on the systolic and diastolic pressures.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between systolic, diastolic, pulse, and mean arterial pressure.