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gonzo233

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Which of the following lists include the three factors that make up blood pressure?
 
  1. Blood volume, heart rate, and stroke volume
  2. Cardiac output, blood volume, and peripheral vascular resistance
  3. Age, weight, and race
  4. Body mass index, diet, and genetics

Question 2

Diuretics are often used to lower blood pressure. Which factor do they affect most?
 
  1. Cardiac output
  2. Blood volume
  3. Heart rate
  4. Peripheral vascular resistance


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Although many factors can contribute to blood pressure, such as diet and weight, it is a person's cardiac output, blood volume, and peripheral vascular resistance that create the pressure.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Diuretics cause fluid loss through urination. The decrease in blood volume lowers blood pressure.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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