Question

choose the correct answer. which term means \excessive blood pressure\? atherosclerosis hypotension hypertension hemostasis

Explanation:

• Atherosclerosis: A condition where arteries harden due to plaque buildup, not related to blood pressure levels.
• Hypotension: Refers to low blood pressure, opposite of what's asked.
• Hypertension: The prefix "hyper-" means excessive, and "tension" relates to pressure, so it means excessive blood pressure.
• Hemostasis: The process of stopping bleeding, not about blood pressure levels.

Answer:

C. hypertension