The formula to calculate the Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) is:
\[ \text{MAP} = \frac{1}{3} \times \text{SBP} + \frac{2}{3} \times \text{DBP} \]
Where:
MAP stands for mean arterial pressure, or sometimes referred to as mean arterial blood pressure. It's the mean pressure of blood flow throughout the arteries of a human body. The MAP is based on systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure.
Let's assume the following:
Step 1: Calculate the MAP:
\[ \text{MAP} = \frac{1}{3} \times 120 + \frac{2}{3} \times 80 = 40 + 53.33 = 93.33 \text{ mmHg} \]
Therefore, the mean arterial pressure (MAP) is 93.33 mmHg.
What is the significance of Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)?
In the medical field, MAP is used to understand the overall blood flow and pressure in a patient's arteries. It helps doctors assess the adequacy of perfusion and make informed decisions regarding patient care.