Which pair correctly matches the term with its description?

• A. Hypertension - High blood pressure
• B. Hypotension - High blood pressure
• C. Hypertension - Low blood pressure
• D. Hypotension - Normal blood pressure

Answer: (A)

Hypertension and hypotension describe opposite states of blood pressure. Hypertension means blood pressure is higher than normal, indicating stronger forces pushing against arterial walls over time. Hypotension means blood pressure is lower than normal, which can reduce blood flow to organs if it’s too low. Matching hypertension with high blood pressure is correct because the term and its description align to describe elevated pressure. The other pairings mix up the definitions—hypertension with low blood pressure is incorrect, hypotension with high blood pressure is incorrect, and hypotension with normal blood pressure ignores the low-pressure aspect. Understanding these terms helps you recognize the clinical implications: high blood pressure raises risk for heart and blood vessel problems, while low pressure can cause dizziness or fainting from insufficient organ perfusion.