Classification Of Bp (Blood Pressure) - Omron BP7455CAN Instruction Manual

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Classification of BP (Blood Pressure)

ACC/AHA 2017 Hypertension guidelines define categories of BP in
adults as below.
Categories of BP in Adults*
BP Category
Normal
Elevated
Hypertension
Stage 1
Stage 2
* 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
Warning
• NEVER diagnose or treat yourself based on your readings. ALWAYS consult
with your physician.
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Systolic BP
< 120 mmHg
120 - 129 mmHg and
130 - 139 mmHg or 80 - 89 mmHg
≥ 140 mmHg
Diastolic BP
and < 80 mmHg
< 80 mmHg
or ≥ 90 mmHg