The nurse is assessing a blood pressure of a patient and obtains a reading of 110/60 mm Hg. The nurse knows the patient falls under which category?

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A blood pressure reading of 110/60 mm Hg is considered to be within the normal range. Normal blood pressure is generally defined as a systolic pressure less than 120 mm Hg and a diastolic pressure less than 80 mm Hg.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Blood Pressure of a Patient