European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine

Abstract

Background:Stress starts while the emotional, environmental, physical and social needs of
the individuals compete with one another, and exceed the ability of the individual. The
present study was conducted to assess cardiovascular status of medical students during and
after the examination.
Materials & Methods: 120 first year medical students were recruited. Parameters such as
height, weight, pulse rate, systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure were
recorded before, during and after the examination as per WHO standards.
Results: Out of 120 subjects, males were 55 and females were 65. The mean SBP (mm Hg)
in males before, during and after examination was 110.2, 124.8 and 126.2 respectively. In
females, it was 106.4, 128.2 and 130.4 respectively. The mean BBP (mm Hg) in males
before, during and after examination was 74.2, 80.4 and 86.2 respectively. In females, it
was 72.8, 82.4 and 88.2 respectively.
Conclusion: Systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure showed statistically
significant increase during examination and after examination