Hypertension Overview
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What is the definition of hypertension?

  • A systolic blood pressure less than 120 mmHg and a diastolic pressure less than 80 mmHg
  • A systolic blood pressure equal to 120 mmHg and a diastolic pressure equal to 80 mmHg
  • A systolic blood pressure greater than 140 mmHg and a diastolic pressure greater than 90 mmHg (correct)
  • A systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg and a diastolic pressure less than 120 mmHg

    • What is the classification of blood pressure for a systolic BP of 150 mmHg and a diastolic BP of 95 mmHg?

  • Stage 1 hypertension (correct)
  • Prehypertension
  • Stage 2 hypertension
  • Normal

    • What is hypertension considered to be?

  • A symptom of a disease
  • A disease
  • A risk factor for a disease
  • A manifestation of a disease (correct)

    • How many blood pressure measurements are required to confirm a diagnosis of hypertension?

    <p>Two or more (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the diastolic blood pressure range for Stage 2 hypertension?

    <p>110 mmHg or higher (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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