Basic Nursing SkillsQuestion 71 of 200
The accepted adult normal range for blood pressure is approximately:
a.60-90 / 40-60 mmHg
b.140-180 / 90-120 mmHg
c.Systolic 90-120 mmHg and diastolic 60-80 mmHg
d.Systolic above 180 mmHg
Explanation
Normal adult resting BP is roughly systolic 90-120 and diastolic 60-80 mmHg, per AHA fundamentals. Below 90/60 may indicate hypotension and risk of falls or hypoperfusion; readings of 130/80 or above are stage 1 hypertension per the 2017 AHA/ACC guidelines, and a reading at or above 180/120 with symptoms is hypertensive crisis requiring urgent evaluation. CNAs measure accurately and report findings outside the resident's set parameters to the nurse promptly so timely intervention can occur.
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