Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
The nurse is educating the patient about the diagnosis of hypertension. Which statement made by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A) Correct, hypertension diagnosis requires elevated BP on 2 occasions. B) Incorrect, low BP doesn't diagnose hypertension. C) Incorrect, only 2 occasions needed, not >3. D) Incorrect, single reading insufficient for diagnosis.