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Measuring Blood Pressure in Space
| Content Provider | howtosmile |
|---|---|
| Author | MacLeish, Marlene Y. McLean, Bernice R. |
| Description | In this activity (page 105 of the PDF), learners measure heart rate and blood pressure and learn how to obtain consistent measurements during repeated tests. This activity teaches learners how to measure a pulse manually as well as how to use the sphygmomanometer and the stethoscope. Use this activity to discuss how astronauts in space measure their blood pressure and heart rate in space differently. The lesson guide, part of NASA's "The Brain in Space: A Teacher's Guide with Activities for Neuroscience," includes background information, evaluation strategies, and handouts. Note: cost of materials does not include cost of stethoscope or sphygmomanometer; these may be borrowed from a nurse. |
| Related Links | http://nsbri.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/BrainInSpace.pdf#page=123 |
| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Rights Holder | Public Domain, NASA |
| Subject Keyword | Heart rate Pulse Blood pressure Heart Blood Systolic Diastolic Sphygmomanometer Stethoscope Microgravity Astronauts Heart beat Diastole Artery Brachial artery Photoplethysmograph Life Sciences Human Body Circulation Health and Nutrition Mathematics Data Analysis and Probability Data Analysis Data Collection Data Representation Measurement Rate Physical Sciences Motion and Forces The Nature of Science The Scientific Process Conducting Investigations Gathering Data Formulating Explanations Communicating Results |
| Content Type | Text |
| Educational Role | Student Teacher |
| Educational Use | Assessment |
| Time Required | PT30M0S |
| Education Level | Class V Class VI Class VII Class VIII Class IX Class X Class XI Class XII |
| Pedagogy | Experimental Activity |
| Resource Type | Hands-on |
| Subject | Biology |
