Postural hypotension is the occurrence of low (systolic) bloodpressure when stan

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Postural hypotension is the occurrence of low (systolic) bloodpressure when standing up too quickly from a reclined position,causing fainting or lightheadedness. For most people, a systolicpressure less than 90 mm of Hg is considered low. If the bloodpressure in your brain is 120 mm when you are lying down, whatwould it be when you stand up? Assume that your brain is 40 cm fromyour heart and that = 1060 kg/m3 for your blood.Note: Normally, your blood vessels constrict and expand to keepyour brain blood pressure stable when you change your posture.

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89mm

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