Get An Accurate Blood Pressure Reading

Get Feedback About Your Blood Pressure Reading

If you're getting your blood pressure taken at the doctor's office, ask the doctor or nurse to tell you the results. If you think the reading is too high, ask him or her to take a second reading after you've had a chance to calm down. You're more likely to be relaxed at the end of a visit.

Know the numbers:
Normal blood pressure: below 120/80 mmHg
Prehypertension: between 120/80 mmHg and 139/89 mmHg
Hypertension:
- Stage 1: between 140/90 mmHg and 159/99 mmHg
- Stage 2: 160/100 mmHg or higher