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1. Know Your Monitor
1.4
Classification of BP (Blood Pressure)
ACC/AHA 2017 Hypertension guidelines defines categories of BP in adults as below.
Categories of BP in Adults*
* Individuals with Systolic BP and Diastolic BP in 2 categories should be designated to the higher BP category.
BP indicates blood pressure (based on an average of ≥2 careful readings obtained on ≥2 occasions).
Source: ACC/AHA 2017 High Blood Pressure Clinical Practice Guideline
BP Category Systolic BP Diastolic BP
Normal <120 mmHg and <80 mmHg
Elevated 120 - 129 mmHg and <80 mmHg
Hypertension
Stage 1 130 - 139 mmHg or 80 - 89 mmHg
Stage 2 ≥140 mmHg or ≥90 mmHg
Warning
• NEVER diagnose or treat yourself based on your blood pressure readings and/or EKG recordings. ALWAYS consult with your physician.
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