LO12: Define mean arterial blood pressure and tissue perfusion.
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What is mean arterial blood pressure (MAP)?
The average pressure in the arteries during one cardiac cycle, important for ensuring blood flow to organs.
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How is MAP calculated?
MAP ≈ Diastolic Pressure + 1/3 (Systolic Pressure − Diastolic Pressure).
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What is tissue perfusion?
The process of delivering blood to body tissues to supply oxygen and nutrients and remove waste.
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Why is MAP important for tissue perfusion?
Because it provides the driving force that pushes blood through the capillaries to tissues.
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What can happen if MAP is too low?
Inadequate tissue perfusion leading to organ dysfunction.
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What can happen if MAP is too high?
Damage to blood vessels and organs due to excessive pressure.
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