Question

Using the JNC 8 guidelines, how is the diagnosis of hypertension made? What blood pressure readings are used to identify normal BP, stage 1 hypertension, and stage 2 hypertension?

Answer 1

Using the JNC 8 guidelines in diagnosis of hypertension,these guidelines focus on the control of systolic blood pressure ( SBP) and diastolic blood pressure ( DBP) with age and also comorbidity -Specific treatment. This guidelines uses angiotensin converting enzyme ( ACE) inhibitors. And angiotensin receptor blockers( ARB)s. The blood pressure reading to identify normal BP stage 1 hypertension is : systolic 120-129mmHg. Diastolic 80-84 mmHg. High normal : systolic 130-139 mmHg. Diastolic 85-89mmHg. Grade1: systolic 140-159mmHg. Diastolic 90- 99mmHg. For stage 2 hypertension: systolic 160-179mmHg or greater. Diastolic 100-109mmHg.