1. Blood pressure definition:
Blood pressure is the force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels.
2. Normal blood pressure values:
In a healthy adult, normal blood pressure is approximately 120/80 mm Hg, where 120 mm Hg is the systolic pressure (pressure during heartbeats) and 80 mm Hg is the diastolic pressure (pressure between heartbeats).
3. Importance of normal blood pressure:
Maintaining normal blood pressure is essential for proper blood flow and organ function.