Section 5
Systemic Blood Pressure
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Introduction to Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is a vital sign reflecting the pressure exerted on blood vessels when blood is forced out of the heart during contraction.
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Arterial Blood Pressure
The measurement of blood pressure without further specification usually refers to systemic arterial pressure measured at the upper arm.
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Venous Blood Pressure
Venous pressure is the vascular pressure in a vein or the atria of the heart, and is much lower than arterial pressure.