Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The definition of the term hypertension and the related factors which pose a threat to a person’s health.

Introduction: The contraction due to which the heart pumps the blood to all the parts of the body is known as ventricular systole, and the relaxation of ventricles is known as ventricular diastole. Ventricular systole leads to movement of blood with high pressure. The value of ventricular systole and diastole represent the blood pressure of a person.

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