Question

A 65-year-old with newly diagnosed hypertension and no compelling indications asks about BP target. What is the general goal per US guidance?

Accepted Answer

<130/80 mm Hg for most adults

Answer

<150/90 mm Hg

Answer

<140/90 mm Hg for all

Answer

SBP <120 mm Hg for all

Answer

No specific target with medications

Practice question

A 65-year-old with newly diagnosed hypertension and no compelling indications asks about BP target. What is the general goal per US guidance?