A healthy blood pressure is generally defined as one less than 120/80 mm Hg (sys

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A healthy blood pressure is generally defined as one less than 120/80 mm Hg (systolic pressure<120, diastolic pressure < 80). Heart failure, uncontrolled bleeding, or severe dehydration, caused by fever, diarrhea and sustained, strenuous exercise, can cause blood pressure to fall substantially below these levels and lead to dizziness, fainting and other symptoms.  

[1 point] Why is low blood pressure a problem for the body?

[1 point] Why might severe dehydration be associated with a drop in blood pressure?

[2 points] Several medications are available that can treat low blood pressure. Suggestone possible mechanism of action for a medication used to counteract low blood pressure.(You do not need to name a medication.)

Please number your responses.

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1.A)

Low blood pressure (it is also called Orthostatic hypotension) that causes an inadequate flow of blood to the body's organs can cause strokes, heart attacks, and kidney failure. It's most severe form is shock.

2.A)

When the body fluids are being lost at a rate faster than they can be replaced, a person's blood pressure may fall. Dehydration may be caused by vomiting, fever, severe diarrhea, or strenuous exercise.

3.A)

Yws,there is several precautions are used to control low blood pressure:

They are:

Use little bit more salt: it's important to check with your doctor before increasing the salt in your diet.
Drink more water: Fluids increase blood volume and help prevent dehydration.
Wear compression stockings: commonly used to relieve the pain and swelling of varicose veins may help reduce the pooling of blood in your legs.
Medications:Several medications, either used alone or together, can be used to treat low blood pressure that occurs when you stand up.

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