Evolve Hypertension Practice Test

Stage 1 hypertension is classified based on systolic and diastolic blood pressure ranges established by guidelines from organizations like the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA). According to these guidelines, Stage 1 hypertension is defined as having a systolic blood pressure reading in the range of 130 to 139 mmHg or a diastolic reading between 80 to 89 mmHg.

Therefore, the correct answer pertains to the range where either of these conditions is satisfied. A blood pressure of 130-139 systolic represents the elevated level at which hypertension is first diagnosed, making option B the accurate representation of Stage 1 hypertension.

Understanding blood pressure categories helps in identifying and managing hypertension appropriately, promoting cardiovascular health, and minimizing the risk of complications associated with high blood pressure. The other ranges provided do not fall into Stage 1 hypertension: those below this range indicate normal or elevated blood pressure, while the higher ranges indicate Stage 2 hypertension or more severe classifications.