A nurse is assessing a patient for metabolic syndrome. Which blood pressure reading would align with one of the criteria?
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Correct answer: 128/82 mmHg
Elevated blood pressure (for example ≥130/85 mmHg or being treated for hypertension) is one of the criteria for metabolic syndrome.
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