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What are the American Heart Association recommended blood pressure levels for the 'High Normal' category?
What are the American Heart Association recommended blood pressure levels for the 'High Normal' category?
- 140-159 mmHg (systolic) or 90-99 mmHg (diastolic)
- >180 mmHg (systolic) or >110 mmHg (diastolic)
- 130-139 mmHg (systolic) or 85-89 mmHg (diastolic) (correct)
- 120-129 mmHg (systolic) or 80-84 mmHg (diastolic)
What is the definition of hypertension?
What is the definition of hypertension?
- Sustained elevations in systolic or diastolic blood pressure exceeding pre-hypertension levels (correct)
- Systolic blood pressure greater than 120mmHg and diastolic blood pressure greater than 80mmHg
- Diastolic blood pressure greater than 90mmHg
- Elevated systolic blood pressure only
What is the other term used for 'silent killer' in relation to hypertension?
What is the other term used for 'silent killer' in relation to hypertension?
- "Stealthy Murderer"
- "Silent Assassin" (correct)
- "Sneaky Lethal"
- "Invisible Menace"
What are the follow-up recommendations for Stage 1 (mild HTN) according to the American Heart Association?
What are the follow-up recommendations for Stage 1 (mild HTN) according to the American Heart Association?
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What is the primary type of hypertension mentioned in the text?
What is the primary type of hypertension mentioned in the text?
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