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

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Prehypertension is defined as a systolic blood pressure of 120-139 mm Hg and/or a diastolic blood pressure of 80-89 mm Hg. Therefore, the correct range is 120-139/80-89. Choices A and B are too low, while choice D is in the hypertension range.

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