Calculation Of Mean Arterial Pressure
Formula :
MAP = ( Systolic) + 2 ( Diastolic ) = MAP3
Example : BP : 120/80
= (120) + 2 ( 80 )3
= (120) + 160
3
= 280
3
MAP = 93 mm Hg
* Calculating MAP can increase the validity of blood pressure findings in pregnant women