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- 3. An enzyme secreted by the kidneys that plays a key role in blood pressure regulation.
- 8. The opposite of hypertension, characterized by abnormally low blood pressure.
- 9. A slow heart rate, sometimes induced by beta-blockers.
- 13. A medication class that helps reduce blood pressure by removing excess sodium and water.
- 14. An abnormally fast heart rate, which can be a sign of poorly controlled hypertension.
- 15. A hormone that increases sodium retention, contributing to hypertension.
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- 1. The rhythmic expansion and contraction of arteries, used to assess heart rate.
- 2. A drug class used to lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, includes amlodipine and nifedipine.
- 4. A condition where the arteries thicken and lose elasticity, increasing blood pressure.
- 5. Excess consumption of this mineral is linked to high blood pressure.
- 6. The most important non-pharmacological factor in preventing and managing hypertension.
- 7. The inner lining of blood vessels, which plays a role in blood pressure regulation.
- 10. Enlargement of the heart, often due to long-term hypertension.
- 11. Chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart, often linked to hypertension.
- 12. A portable device used for continuous blood pressure and heart rate monitoring.