What is the systolic/diastolic measurement for a patient diagnosed with normal blood pressure?
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Question

What is the systolic/diastolic measurement for a patient diagnosed with normal blood pressure?
A) <90/60
B) 90-120/60-80
C) 120-139/80-89
D) 140-159/90-99

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Normal blood pressure is defined as having a systolic reading of less than 120 mm Hg and a diastolic reading of less than 80 mm Hg. Therefore, option B (90-120/60-80) is the correct answer. Option A (<90/60) is considered low blood pressure, and options C (120-139/80-89) and D (140-159/90-99) are considered prehypertension and Stage 1 hypertension, respectively.

What Is the Systolic/diastolic Measurement for a Patient Diagnosed with Normal