Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Medical students are usually under stress due to a variety of reasons like vast curriculum, academic competition, examinations etc. The present study was conducted to assess cardiovascular status of medical students during examination. Materials & Methods: 180 medical students of both genders were assessed for pulse rate, systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure before examination. The blood pressure was recorded by Ausculatory method using mercury sphygmomanometer in sitting position. Pulse rate was assessed with radial artery. Results: Out of 180 subjects, males were 70 and females were 110. The mean pulse rate 1 month before examination was 76.1 beats/min and one week before examination was 76.8 beats/min. The mean SBP 1 month before examination was 102.4 mm Hg and 1 month before examination was 126.8 mm Hg. The mean DBP 1 month before examination was 72.8 mm Hg and 1 week before examination was 86.2 mm Hg. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: There was rise in pulse rate and blood pressure before examination. Key words: Blood pressure, Medical, Pulse rate