Achieving an automated blood pressure reading of ≤ 135/85 is associated with the greatest reduction of risk for adults with no co-morbid conditions. When a manual office blood pressure device (MOBP) is used hypertension is diagnosed at ≥ 140/90.
Hypertension is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and an important public health issue. Management of secondary causes of HTN,* accelerated HTN, acute HTN in emergency settings, and HTN in pregnancy are out of scope.įor an algorithm of this guideline, refer to Appendix A: Diagnosis and Management of Hypertension Algorithm. This guideline provides recommendations on how to diagnose and manage hypertension (HTN) in adults. Effective Date: ApRecommendations and Topics
