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Vital Signs Exam 1 Practice

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What is the normal blood pressure?
Correct Answer:
120/80 mm Hg
Explanation:
Normal blood pressure in adults is about 120/80 mm Hg. The first number (systolic) shows the pressure when the heart contracts, and the second number (diastolic) shows the pressure when the heart relaxes between beats. A value around 120/80 indicates arteries are not under excessive pressure and organs are well perfused without extra strain on the vessels. Values higher than this suggest rising blood pressure and potential cardiovascular risk (for example, 140/90 is high). While 110/70 can also be considered normal for some individuals, 120/80 is the commonly used reference for the typical normal range.

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