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Hypertension classification — which range corresponds to Stage 1 hypertension?
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Correct answer: B. Stage 1: 130-139/80-89 mmHg
- A. This range corresponds to the 'Elevated' category, not Stage 1.
- B. Correct. Stage 1 hypertension is defined as systolic 130-139 mmHg OR diastolic 80-89 mmHg, per current ACC/AHA guidelines.
- C. This range corresponds to Stage 2 hypertension, not Stage 1.
- D. This range corresponds to the 'Normal' category, not Stage 1.
Note: Elevated: 120-129/<80 | Stage 1: 130-139/80-89 | Stage 2: ≥140/≥90 mmHg.
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