Question

A 60-year-old with type 2 diabetes and hypertension has clinic BP readings approximately 138/82 mm Hg on ACE inhibitor and thiazide. According to ADA standards, what is the on-treatment goal if it can be safely attained?

Accepted Answer

<130/80 mm Hg

Answer

<140/90 mm Hg

Answer

<135/85 mm Hg

Answer

<125/75 mm Hg

Answer

<120/70 mm Hg

Practice question

A 60-year-old with type 2 diabetes and hypertension has clinic BP readings approximately 138/82 mm Hg on ACE inhibitor and thiazide. According to ADA standards, what is the on-treatment goal if it can be safely attained?