Question

A 57-year-old with elevated BP readings at home averages 136/86 mm Hg. According to ACC/AHA, what stage and initial nonpharmacologic advice is correct?

Accepted Answer

Stage 1 hypertension; initiate lifestyle modification and evaluate 10-year risk

Answer

Normal; no action

Answer

Elevated BP

Answer

Stage 2 hypertension; start two drugs

Answer

Hypertensive urgency

Practice question

A 57-year-old with elevated BP readings at home averages 136/86 mm Hg. According to ACC/AHA, what stage and initial nonpharmacologic advice is correct?