Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse is reviewing blood pressure classifications with a client who has been newly diagnosed with hypertension. Which of the following should the nurse include as an example of stage 1 hypertension?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Stage 1 hypertension is systolic 130-139 mm Hg or diastolic 80-89 mm Hg. 134/86 mm Hg fits this category.