Hypertension Awareness Quiz

Welcome to our Hypertension Quiz! This quiz comprises a series of questions designed to help increase your awareness about hypertension. Please note, this is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

1. What is considered normal blood pressure (in mmHg)?

2. Which organ is primarily responsible for controlling blood pressure?

3. Hypertension is often called a silent killer because:

4. Which lifestyle change is NOT typically recommended to manage hypertension? Reduce salt intake
Increase alcohol consumption
Regular exercise
Maintain healthy weight

5. What factors can increase the risk of hypertension? (select all that apply) Smoking
Obesity
High salt diet
Regular physical activity

6. At what age does the risk of developing hypertension generally increase? 20-30 years
30-40 years
40-50 years
50+ years

7. How often should blood pressure be checked?

8. True or False: Hypertension can be cured permanently with medication. True
False

9. Which number on a blood pressure reading changes more during stress or physical exertion?

10. How does exercise affect blood pressure?

I understand that this quiz is for informational purposes only and not medical advice.