Blood Pressure Chart - Indiana

Blood Pressure Chart is a legal document that was released by the Indiana State Department of Health - a government authority operating within Indiana.

FAQ

Q: What is a blood pressure chart?A: A blood pressure chart is a tool used to monitor and track blood pressure levels.

Q: What is blood pressure?A: Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries.

Q: What are the different categories of blood pressure?A: The different categories of blood pressure are: normal, elevated, hypertension stage 1, and hypertension stage 2.

Q: What is considered normal blood pressure?A: Normal blood pressure is when the systolic pressure is less than 120 mmHg and the diastolic pressure is less than 80 mmHg.

Q: What is considered elevated blood pressure?A: Elevated blood pressure is when the systolic pressure is between 120-129 mmHg and the diastolic pressure is less than 80 mmHg.

Q: What is hypertension stage 1?A: Hypertension stage 1 is when the systolic pressure is between 130-139 mmHg or the diastolic pressure is between 80-89 mmHg.

Q: What is hypertension stage 2?A: Hypertension stage 2 is when the systolic pressure is 140 mmHg or higher, or the diastolic pressure is 90 mmHg or higher.

Q: What are some risk factors for high blood pressure?A: Some risk factors for high blood pressure include age, family history, obesity, lack of physical activity, and unhealthy diet.

Q: How can I maintain a healthy blood pressure?A: You can maintain a healthy blood pressure by exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, managing stress, and avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption.