Which of the following blood pressure measurements is categorized as prehypertension?
A. 110/78
B. 129/85
C. 142/80
D. 145/92
ANS: B
Ideal blood pressure is less than 120/80, pre-hypertension is regarded as 120 to 139 systolic / 80 to 89, and hypertension is greater than or equal to 140/90.
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