Flashcard 2 - Reduction of Risk Potential Flashcard Set for the NCLEX-RN Exam
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The correct answer is:
the systolic blood pressure
Explanation:
During systole (cardiac contraction), the systemic vascular resistance is measured as the systolic blood pressure. Likewise, during diastole (cardiac rest), this resistance is measured as the diastolic blood pressure.
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