A.The first measurement of blood pressure on animals occurred in 1773, and on humans in 1847, but was invasive. The modern monitor was invented in 1881.
A.On a blood pressure monitor, the systolic (big) number is the pressure when the heart beats. The diastolic (small) number is pressure between beats.
Q.I am monitoring my blood pressure ,i take three consecutive measurements and record the lowest of the three ,is this the correct method to obtain correct bp ?
A.When taking blood pressure, take it 3 times at 2-minute intervals and take the lowest reading. Don't consume caffeine or nicotine for 30 mins beforehand.
Q.If you have high blood pressure when you are 26 weeks pregnant is it normal for the hospital to admit you?
A.If you have high blood pressure in pregnancy, you may be admitted to hospital for monitoring or medication. Pre-eclampsia affects 5-8% of pregnant women.
Q.Who were the two managers wired up two there hearts to check their blood pressure and heart rate in the tv programme
A.Dave Bassett and Sam Allardyce were the 2 managers whose heart rates were monitored in a BBC programme. They managed Leicester & Bolton at the time.
Q.Is white coat hypertension a concern?
A.White coat hypertension is not a concern in itself. However, if it prevents blood pressure being accurately monitored, this could be a problem.