This is a glossary of Scots English words as well as slang and jargon, with thbeir meanings and where appropriate an example of their use. It's worth noting that Scotland does not have one language, but a collection of different dialects. Table of Contents: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z.
Blood pressure is measured using two numbers. The first number, called systolic blood pressure, measures the pressure in your blood vessels when your heart beats. The second number, called diastolic blood pressure, measures the pressure in your blood vessels when your heart rests between beats. If the measurement reads 120 systolic and 80 diastolic, you would say 120 over 80 or write 120/80 mmHg.. The chart below shows normal, at-risk, and high blood pressure levels.
Use the blood pressure chart below to see what your blood pressure means. The blood pressure chart is suitable for adults of any age. (The level for high blood pressure does not change with age.) Blood pressure readings have two numbers, for example 140/90mmHg. The top number is your systolic blood pressure. (The highest pressure when your heart beats and pushes the blood round your body.) The bottom one is your diastolic blood pressure. (The lowest pressure when your heart relaxes between beats.) The blood pressure chart below shows ranges of high, low and healthy blood pressure readings.