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809779 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

What is the normal range for diastolic blood pressure in the adult patient?

a. 40 to 80 mm Hg
b. 60 to 90 mm Hg
c. 80 to 110 mm Hg
d. 60 to 110 mm Hg

Question 2

What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure in the adult patient?

a. 90 to 140 mm Hg
b. 80 to 100 mm Hg
c. 75 to 100 mm Hg
d. 60 to 100 mm Hg

apple · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Diastolic pressure is the force in the major arteries remaining after relaxation of the ventricles; it is normally 60 to 90 mm Hg.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
In general, the normal range for systolic blood pressure in the adult is 90 to 140 mm Hg.