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5.14: Why is Blood Pressure Measured?
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A person’s blood pressure provides insight into the functioning of the body
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Healthy body functioning is influenced by healthy blood pressure
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The findings can provide information about the integrity of arteries and heart functioning, which can lead the healthcare provider to conduct additional assessments
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High blood pressure can cause the arteries to become weak and damaged and cause the heart to become weak and enlarged
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Low blood pressure can decrease perfusion of nutrients and oxygen to the body’s cells, influencing ability to function and potentially to cellular death
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Chronic high blood pressure can contribute to conditions such as vascular disease, myocardial infarction, cerebral stroke, kidney disease, and dementia