A consistent resting blood pressure measured at 140/90 mm Hg or higher is diagnosed as ________. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


hypertension
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is defined as a consistent resting blood pressure measured at 140/90 mm Hg or higher.

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