NETA Personal Trainer Practice Exam

Which classification corresponds to a diastolic blood pressure of 100 or higher?

1. Stage 1 Hypertension

2. Stage 2 Hypertension

3. Normal

4. Prehypertension

The correct answer is: Stage 2 Hypertension

A diastolic blood pressure of 100 or higher falls into the classification of Stage 2 Hypertension. The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association categorize blood pressure ranges to help in understanding the severity of hypertension and the associated risks. In this classification, Stage 2 Hypertension is defined as having a systolic blood pressure of 140 or higher or a diastolic blood pressure of 90 or higher. When looking specifically at a diastolic measurement, a value of 100 clearly exceeds the threshold for Stage 2, indicating a more severe level of hypertension necessitating medical attention and lifestyle changes. Understanding the normal ranges is crucial for effective health assessment. Normal blood pressure is typically defined as anything below 120/80 mm Hg, while Prehypertension is considered to range from 120 to 139 systolic or 80 to 89 diastolic. Stage 1 Hypertension is classified with a diastolic between 80 and 89, which is also lower than the value in question. Thus, a diastolic reading of 100 is accurately categorized under Stage 2 Hypertension.