RCPSC Internal Medicine Practice Questions - Royal College Certification Examination In Internal Medicine Exam

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A 55-year-old man has an office blood pressure of 156/98 mmHg confirmed on automated readings, with no diabetes or chronic kidney disease. His 10-year cardiovascular risk is low. According to Hypertension Canada, what threshold defines the treatment target most appropriate for initiating discussion of pharmacotherapy in this patient?

Treat to below 120/80 in all patients Treat when BP is persistently 140/90 or higher Treat only when BP exceeds 180/110 No treatment is ever indicated without diabetes

Correct Answer:

Treat when BP is persistently 140/90 or higher

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