The cutoff point for blood pressure at or above which an adult is diagnosed with hypertension is

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The American Heart Association defines hypertension in adults as a consistent blood pressure reading of 140/90 mm Hg or higher. Therefore, B is the correct answer. A is incorrect because a systolic blood pressure of 150 mm Hg or higher is considered stage 1 hypertension but not the diagnostic cutoff. C is incorrect because it is a normal blood pressure reading, although slightly on the lower end of the normal range. D is incorrect because it is the threshold for elevated blood pressure, not hypertension.

The Cutoff Point for Blood Pressure at or Above Which