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What is one of the criteria for defining hypertension?
Diastolic BP ≥90mmHg
What is the primary unit of measurement for blood pressure?
mmHg
What is the term for the 'bottom' number in a blood pressure reading?
Diastolic
What is the cut-off point for diagnosing hypertension in terms of diastolic blood pressure?
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What is the other component of blood pressure, aside from diastolic pressure?
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Which blood pressure component is used to define hypertension?
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What is the significance of a diastolic blood pressure of 90 mmHg?
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Which of the following statements is true about blood pressure measurements?
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What is the implication of a diastolic blood pressure of 90 mmHg or higher?
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Which of the following is a consequence of high diastolic blood pressure?
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