Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a family history of hypertension. The nurse should inform the client that his blood pressure of 124/79 mm Hg places him in which of the following categories?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A blood pressure of 124/79 mm Hg is considered elevated, with systolic readings from 120-129 and diastolic less than 80 mm Hg.