160 and
higher
100 +
Discuss with your medical professional,
medication(s) and lifestyle modifications are
necessary to control your hypertension
Adopted From: Understanding and Managing your blood pressure;
Hypertension Canada.
Note: A diagnosis of high blood pressure must be confirmed with a
medical professional. A doctor should evaluate any unusual blood
pressure readings. Additionally, lower targets may be appropriate for
some populations such as African-Americans, the elderly, or patients with
underlying issues such as diabetes mellitus or chronic kidney disease.
Important for Canadians:
* Hypertension measured at home
≥
135/85
* Hypertension measured at a physician’s office
≥
140/90
* Hypertension measured at a physician’s office for a diabetic patient
≥
130/80
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