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What percentage of adult cases of hypertension are classified as primary or essential hypertension?
What percentage of adult cases of hypertension are classified as primary or essential hypertension?
What is the recommended first step in managing hypertension according to most guidelines?
What is the recommended first step in managing hypertension according to most guidelines?
Which of the following tests is NOT mentioned in the text as part of the initial evaluation for hypertension?
Which of the following tests is NOT mentioned in the text as part of the initial evaluation for hypertension?
What is the purpose of obtaining additional studies in individuals with suspected secondary hypertension or evidence of target-organ disease?
What is the purpose of obtaining additional studies in individuals with suspected secondary hypertension or evidence of target-organ disease?
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What percentage of adult cases of hypertension are classified as secondary hypertension?
What percentage of adult cases of hypertension are classified as secondary hypertension?
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According to the 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines, what is the systolic blood pressure range for stage 1 hypertension?
According to the 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines, what is the systolic blood pressure range for stage 1 hypertension?
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What is the diastolic blood pressure range for elevated blood pressure according to the ACC/AHA guidelines?
What is the diastolic blood pressure range for elevated blood pressure according to the ACC/AHA guidelines?
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Which organization defines hypertension at a higher blood pressure threshold than the ACC/AHA guidelines?
Which organization defines hypertension at a higher blood pressure threshold than the ACC/AHA guidelines?
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What is the most common primary diagnosis in the United States according to the text?
What is the most common primary diagnosis in the United States according to the text?
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Which of the following is NOT a major risk factor associated with hypertension?
Which of the following is NOT a major risk factor associated with hypertension?
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