High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious health condition that often shows no symptoms—but can lead to life-threatening complications if left untreated. This 10-question quiz is designed to help you understand the basics, identify risk factors, and learn how to prevent or manage high blood pressure. 👉 Are you ready to challenge yourself and learn something new?
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What is considered a normal blood pressure reading?
a) 160/100 mmHg or higher
b) 140/90 mmHg or higher
c) 120/80 mmHg or lower
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2. Which of the following is a common risk factor for high blood pressure?
a) Excessive alcohol consumption
b) Eating a lot of vegetables
c) Regular exercise
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3. What does the top number (systolic) in a blood pressure reading represent?
c) The pressure when the heart is contracting
b) The pressure when the heart is resting
a) The blood pressure in the veins
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4. High blood pressure is often called the "silent killer" because:
a) Symptoms usually don’t show until damage is severe
c) It is easy to diagnose
b) It always causes pain
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5. Which of these is NOT typically a symptom of high blood pressure?
a) Chest pain
b) Frequent headaches
c) Sudden weight loss
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6. What lifestyle change can help lower high blood pressure?
c) Smoking more
a) Increasing caffeine consumption
b) Reducing salt intake
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7. Which organ is most commonly damaged by untreated high blood pressure?
c) Skin
b) Kidneys
a) Heart ✅
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8. Which of the following is a recommended way to monitor blood pressure at home?
c) Using an at-home blood pressure monitor ✅
b) Checking it once a month
a) Checking it during exercise only
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9. Which of the following is a medication commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure?
a) Beta-blockers ✅
b) Antibiotics
c) Painkillers
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10. How can high blood pressure increase the risk of heart disease?
b) It causes blood vessels to become narrower and harder ✅
a) It lowers cholesterol levels
c) It prevents arteries from clogging
