Question

Consider the following statements and select the correct code.
1. Manometer is a device for measuring differences in pressure usually by noting the difference in the height of two liquid columns.
2. Sphygmomanometer is a device used to measure blood pressure.

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1 and 2

1. Manometer is an instrument for measuring the pressure acting on a column of fluid, It consist of a U-shaped tube where a difference in the pressures acting in the two arms makes the liquid to have different heights.

2. Sphygmomanometer measures systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Both statements are correct.