Blood Pressure Ranges Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What are the ranges for a normal (healthy) blood pressure?
A
Less than 120/80 mm Hg
2
Q
What are the ranges for an elevated blood pressure?
A
Systolic between 120 and 129 and diastolic less than 80 mm Hg
3
Q
What are the ranges for stage 1hypertension blood pressure?
A
Systolic between 130 and 139 or diastolic between 80 and 89 mm Hg
4
Q
What are the ranges of stage 2 hypertension blood pressure?
A
Systolic 140 or higher or diastolic 90 mm Hg or higher
5
Q
What are the blood pressure ranges for hypertensive crises?
A
Systolic greater than 180 and/or diastolic greater than 120 mm Hg.
