Measures the force exerted by blood on the blood vessels. Expressed as two values. Systolic pressure: maximum force when the heart contracts. Diastolic pressure: minimum arterial pressure when the heart relaxes
Hypertension (high blood pressure) :
Cardiovascular disease,Stroke,GD,Kidney damage,Vision loss
Hypotension (low blood pressure):
Dizziness and fainting , Shock, Reduced blood flow , Heart problems
Normal < 120, and < 80
Pre-hypertensive 120-129, and < 80
Stage 1 Hypertension 130-139, og 80-89
Stage 2 Hypertension ≥ 140 ≥ 90
Hypertensive Crisis > 180 and/or > 120