Your patient's initial blood pressure was 155/95 mm Hg.After 10 minutes his blood pressure was 125/75 mm Hg.Which of the following best reflects this observation?

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The drop in blood pressure from 155/95 mm Hg to 125/75 mm Hg after 10 minutes is likely due to white coat hypertension, which is a phenomenon where some patients experience elevated blood pressure in a clinical setting due to anxiety or stress related to the healthcare environment. This drop does not suggest hemorrhage-induced hypotension, hypertensive crisis or the "silent killer" (which typically refers to the asymptomatic nature of hypertension and the potential damage it can cause over time).

Your Patient's Initial Blood Pressure Was 155/95 Mm Hg