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What is the recommended reduction in blood pressure in the first hour of treatment for hypertensive emergency?
What is the recommended reduction in blood pressure in the first hour of treatment for hypertensive emergency?
Reduce by no more than 25%
For how long should the gradual reduction to normal blood pressure occur during treatment for hypertensive emergency?
For how long should the gradual reduction to normal blood pressure occur during treatment for hypertensive emergency?
24 to 48 hours
Within what time frame should blood pressure be reduced to 160/100 mm Hg for hypertensive emergency?
Within what time frame should blood pressure be reduced to 160/100 mm Hg for hypertensive emergency?
2 to 6 hours
