Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate Calculator

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Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate Calculator

function calculateHealthMetrics() { var systolicBP = parseFloat(document.getElementById("systolicBP").value); var diastolicBP = parseFloat(document.getElementById("diastolicBP").value); var pulseRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById("pulseRate").value); var resultDiv = document.getElementById("result"); resultDiv.innerHTML = ""; // Clear previous results if (isNaN(systolicBP) || isNaN(diastolicBP) || isNaN(pulseRate)) { resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter valid numbers for all fields."; return; } var bpCategory = ""; if (systolicBP < 120 && diastolicBP = 120 && systolicBP <= 129 && diastolicBP = 130 && systolicBP = 80 && diastolicBP = 140 && systolicBP = 90 && diastolicBP 180 || diastolicBP > 120) { bpCategory = "Hypertensive Crisis"; } var pulseCategory = ""; if (pulseRate >= 60 && pulseRate <= 100) { pulseCategory = "Normal"; } else if (pulseRate 100) { pulseCategory = "Tachycardia (Fast Heart Rate)"; } resultDiv.innerHTML = "

Your Health Metrics:

" + "Blood Pressure Category: " + bpCategory + "" + "Pulse Rate Category: " + pulseCategory + ""; }

Understanding Your Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate

Maintaining healthy blood pressure and pulse rate is crucial for overall cardiovascular health. This calculator helps you interpret your readings based on general guidelines.

Blood Pressure Explained

Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. It's measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and is recorded as two numbers:

  • Systolic pressure (the top number): This measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats.
  • Diastolic pressure (the bottom number): This measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart rests between beats.

High blood pressure (hypertension) often has no symptoms but can lead to serious health problems like heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease. Low blood pressure (hypotension) can cause dizziness or fainting.

Pulse Rate Explained

Your pulse rate, also known as heart rate, is the number of times your heart beats per minute (bpm). A normal resting pulse rate for adults typically ranges from 60 to 100 bpm. Factors like age, fitness level, and stress can influence your pulse rate. A consistently high or low pulse rate may indicate an underlying health issue.

Interpreting Your Results

The calculator categorizes your blood pressure and pulse rate based on common health guidelines. It's important to remember that these are general indicators.

  • Normal Blood Pressure: Generally considered to be below 120/80 mmHg.
  • Elevated Blood Pressure: Systolic between 120-129 mmHg with diastolic below 80 mmHg.
  • Hypertension Stage 1: Systolic between 130-139 mmHg or diastolic between 80-89 mmHg.
  • Hypertension Stage 2: Systolic 140 mmHg or higher or diastolic 90 mmHg or higher.
  • Hypertensive Crisis: Systolic over 180 mmHg and/or diastolic over 120 mmHg. Requires immediate medical attention.
  • Normal Pulse Rate: 60-100 bpm for adults at rest.
  • Bradycardia: A resting pulse rate below 60 bpm.
  • Tachycardia: A resting pulse rate above 100 bpm.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your health or treatment.

Example Calculation:

Let's say your readings are:

  • Systolic Blood Pressure: 135 mmHg
  • Diastolic Blood Pressure: 85 mmHg
  • Pulse Rate: 72 bpm

Based on these numbers, the calculator would indicate:

  • Blood Pressure Category: Hypertension Stage 1
  • Pulse Rate Category: Normal

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