Question

Hypertension is the decrease in blood pressure below 120/80.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Hypertension:

1. It is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.
2. Normal blood pressure is 120/80.
3. Usually hypertension is defined as blood pressure above 140/90.
4. It is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120.

Final answer: The given statement is false.