Which of the following statements from a patient having an annual physical indicates the need for further teaching regarding normal blood pressure parameters?

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DA) The statement "As long as my blood pressure is not above 120/80, I know that I am fine" indicates a need for further teaching because blood pressure readings slightly below 120/80 mmHg can still be considered elevated or at risk for hypertension. The current guidelines define normal blood pressure as below 120/80 mmHg, but values such as 119/79 are not the only indicator of "fine" health status, and other factors should be considered.D) The statement "If the bottom number is above 90, I may have hypertension" also indicates a need for further teaching. According to current guidelines, a diastolic blood pressure (the bottom number) above 80 mmHg can already be considered as stage 1 hypertension. Therefore, the threshold for concern starts lower than 90 mmHg, and patients should be aware that values above 80 mmHg may indicate hypertension.

Which of the Following Statements from a Patient Having an Annual