1
Q
Normal BP
A
Below 120/80
2
Q
Prehypertension
A
120-139 or 80-89
3
Q
Stage 1 hypertension
A
140-159 or 90-99
4
Q
Stage 2 hypertension
A
> 160 or >100
5
Q
Secondary hypertension
A
Caused by a systemic disease process that raises P.V.R. or C.O.
6
Q
Malignant hypertension
A
Rapidly progressive hypertension
Diastolic pressure is above 140
7
Q
Risk factors for hypertension
A
Age Obesity Exercise Smoking Stress (cortisol levels) Diabetes
8
Q
Treatment of hypertension
A
Thiazide diuretics Sympathetic blockers RAAS blockers CCB Lifestyle changes
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