Multiple Choice
Which of the following does not characterize the systolic value of a blood pressure reading?
A) By convention, it is placed over the diastolic value.
B) A value of 120 mm Hg is considered healthy.
C) It represents the maximum pressure needed to compress an artery and prevent all blood flow.
D) It is measured when a pulsing sound is first heard as pressure in the cuff is lowered.
E) It can be measured using a sphygmomanometer and a stethoscope.
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