Question

multiple choice question
what is systolic pressure?
the maximum pressure achieved in the arteries during ventricular systole
the maximum pressure achieved in the arteries during atrial systole
the maximum pressure achieved in the arteries during ventricular diastole
the maximum pressure achieved in the arteries when the heart is at rest

Explanation:

Systolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the ventricles of the heart contract (ventricular systole), reaching its maximum value then. Atrial systole is not related to systolic blood - pressure definition. Ventricular diastole is when the heart is relaxing and pressure is lower. When the heart is at rest, pressure is also not the systolic pressure.

Answer:

The maximum pressure achieved in the arteries during ventricular systole