Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA Practice Test

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An MA is measuring the vital signs of an adult pt. The assistant should identify Which of the following BP readings as stage 2 hypertension?

110/70
130/80
140/90
150/95

The correct answer is: 150/95

Stage 2 hypertension is characterized by a systolic blood pressure of 140 mmHg or higher or a diastolic blood pressure of 90 mmHg or higher. The reading of 150/95 qualifies as stage 2 hypertension since both the systolic (150) and diastolic (95) values exceed the threshold for stage 2 according to clinical guidelines. Other readings listed do not meet the criteria for stage 2 hypertension. For instance, a reading of 110/70 indicates normal blood pressure, while 130/80 and 140/90 are classified as elevated blood pressure and stage 1 hypertension, respectively. The criteria for classifying hypertension help healthcare professionals identify patients who may need lifestyle modifications or medical intervention to manage their blood pressure effectively.