Question

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

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

Answer 1

The correct option is D 190/110 mm Hg may harm vital organs like brain and kidney.

The blood pressure above 140/90 mm Hg is considered a high blood pressure and recurrent such values of an individual’s blood pressure can indicate hypertension.Blood pressure with more than values 190/110 mm Hg can have disastrous effects on the kidney and the brain.

Thus, the correct answer is '190/110 mm Hg may harm vital organs like brain and kidney.'