Which range defines Stage 2 hypertension?

Which range defines Stage 2 hypertension?

• A. 120-129/<80
• B. <120/ <80
• C. ≥140/ ≥90
• D. 130-139/80-89

Answer: (C)

Stage 2 hypertension is defined by blood pressure values that are significantly higher than normal: a systolic pressure of 140 mm Hg or higher, or a diastolic pressure of 90 mm Hg or higher. This level marks a more severe elevation than normal, elevated, or Stage 1 categories. The other ranges correspond to those lower categories (normal under 120/80, elevated around 120–129 with diastolic under 80, and Stage 1 around 130–139 or 80–89). The option that lists ≥140 on systolic or ≥90 on diastolic best fits Stage 2, reflecting the higher threshold that signals more pronounced hypertension.

Stage 2 hypertension is defined by blood pressure values that are significantly higher than normal: a systolic pressure of 140 mm Hg or higher, or a diastolic pressure of 90 mm Hg or higher. This level marks a more severe elevation than normal, elevated, or Stage 1 categories. The other ranges correspond to those lower categories (normal under 120/80, elevated around 120–129 with diastolic under 80, and Stage 1 around 130–139 or 80–89). The option that lists ≥140 on systolic or ≥90 on diastolic best fits Stage 2, reflecting the higher threshold that signals more pronounced hypertension.