HTN Guidelines Flashcards
1
Q
Normal BP
A
<120 and <80
2
Q
Elevated BP
A
120-129 and <80
3
Q
HTN Stage 1 BP
A
130-139 or 80-89
4
Q
HTN Stage 2 BP
A
> 140 or >90
5
Q
HTN Crisis BP
A
> 180 and/or >120
6
Q
How do you diagnose HTN?
A
Based on 2 BP readings; arm is relaxed, well supported & heart level when BP is taken
7
Q
What is orthostatic hypertension?
A
20mmHg difference of systolic BP between postural changes after 5 minutes
