KBC 14: What are the two numbers in blood pressure readings called?
Options:
Systemic-Dystemic
Systolic-Diastolic
Soft-Difficult
Sharp-Deep
Answer: Systolic-Diastolic
Blood pressure readings are given in two numbers. The top number is the maximum pressure the heart exerts while beating (systolic pressure). The bottom number is the amount of pressure in the arteries between beats (diastolic pressure).