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This quiz helps you to understand and evlauate your understanding of Hypertension or High Blodo Pressure

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1. A healthy adult blood pressure is 140/90.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The given statement is false. A healthy adult blood pressure is generally considered to be below 120/80. A blood pressure reading of 140/90 is considered high and may indicate hypertension or other health issues. It is important to maintain a healthy blood pressure level to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other complications.

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2. High blood pressure can cause damage to the brain, eyes, kidneys, and blood vessels.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can indeed cause damage to various parts of the body. When blood pressure is consistently high, it puts strain on the blood vessels throughout the body, including those in the brain, eyes, kidneys, and other organs. Over time, this can lead to serious health complications such as stroke, vision problems, kidney disease, and cardiovascular issues. Therefore, it is important to manage and control blood pressure levels to prevent potential damage to these vital organs and blood vessels.

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3. Most cases of hypertension are caused by kidney disease.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can be caused by a variety of factors, including kidney disease, but it is not the most common cause. Other factors such as genetics, lifestyle choices, and certain medical conditions can also contribute to the development of hypertension. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that most cases of hypertension are caused by kidney disease.

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4.There are numerous factors that may increase your risk for high blood pressure.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
There are indeed numerous factors that can increase the risk for high blood pressure. These factors include age, family history, being overweight or obese, lack of physical activity, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, and certain medical conditions such as diabetes and kidney disease. Therefore, it is true that there are multiple factors that can contribute to an increased risk of high blood pressure.

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5. Most doctors suggest changing your lifestyle in addition to prescribing drugs to help treat high blood pressure.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Many doctors recommend lifestyle changes alongside medication for treating high blood pressure because these changes can have a significant impact on managing the condition. Lifestyle modifications such as adopting a healthy diet, engaging in regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, reducing alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking can help lower blood pressure levels and reduce the risk of complications. By combining medication with lifestyle changes, individuals with high blood pressure can have better control over their condition and improve their overall health.

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Check Out Your Hypertension IQ

A healthy adult blood pressure is 140/90.

2. High blood pressure can cause damage to the brain, eyes, kidneys, and blood vessels.

3. Most cases of hypertension are caused by kidney disease.

4.There are numerous factors that may increase your risk for high blood pressure.

5. Most doctors suggest changing your lifestyle in addition to prescribing drugs to help treat high blood pressure.