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
c) 120/80 mmHg or lower
b) 140/90 mmHg or higher
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2. Which of the following is a common risk factor for high blood pressure?
c) Regular exercise
b) Eating a lot of vegetables
a) Excessive alcohol consumption
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3. What does the top number (systolic) in a blood pressure reading represent?
b) The pressure when the heart is resting
c) The pressure when the heart is contracting
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
b) It always causes pain
c) It is easy to diagnose
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5. Which of these is NOT typically a symptom of high blood pressure?
c) Sudden weight loss
b) Frequent headaches
a) Chest pain
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6. What lifestyle change can help lower high blood pressure?
b) Reducing salt intake
a) Increasing caffeine consumption
c) Smoking more
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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?
c) Painkillers
b) Antibiotics
a) Beta-blockers ✅
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10. How can high blood pressure increase the risk of heart disease?
c) It prevents arteries from clogging
a) It lowers cholesterol levels
b) It causes blood vessels to become narrower and harder ✅
