Hypertension in the US
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Among Americans aged 60-69, what percentage have high blood pressure?

  • 25%
  • 100%
  • 75%
  • 50% (correct)

    • What is the prevalence of hypertension among Americans with a blood pressure greater than 140/90 mmHg?

  • 50%
  • 31% (correct)
  • 72%
  • 90%

    • At what age does the prevalence of high blood pressure in men become similar to that of women?

  • 50
  • 45
  • 60
  • 64 (correct)

    • What is the lifetime risk of developing hypertension among normotensive individuals aged 55 and older?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence of high blood pressure in men before the age of 45?

    <p>Higher than women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Among Americans aged 60-69, what percentage have high blood pressure?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence of high blood pressure in women after the age of 64?

    <p>Higher than men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lifetime risk of developing hypertension among normotensive individuals aged 55 and older?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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