Question

A 46-year-old with long‑standing hypertension presents with BP 168/96 mm Hg. No compelling indications. What is the recommended initial BP target for most adults with confirmed hypertension?

Accepted Answer

<130/80 mm Hg

Answer

<150/90 mm Hg

Answer

<140/90 mm Hg

Answer

<125/75 mm Hg

Answer

SBP reduction by 10 mm Hg regardless of target

Practice question

A 46-year-old with long‑standing hypertension presents with BP 168/96 mm Hg. No compelling indications. What is the recommended initial BP target for most adults with confirmed hypertension?