Answers: Learning Scenario 2
a. You need to repeat the ABPM as you do not have enough readings to make a confident diagnosis
INCORRECT. A diagnosis of hypertension can be made with at least 14 daytime readings using a ABPM device.
b. The results of the ABPM do not confirm a diagnosis of hypertension
INCORRECT. A diagnosis of hypertension is made with at least 14 daytime readings on ABPM if the blood pressure is >135/85mmHg
c. The results of the ABPM confirm a diagnosis of stage 1 hypertension
CORRECT. The diagnosis of stage 1 hypertension is made with at least 14 daytime ABPM readings if blood pressyre is >135/85mmHg and less than 149/94mmHg.
d. The results of the ABPM confirm a diagnosis of stage 2 hypertension
INCORRECT. The diagnosis of stage 2 hypertension is made with at least 14 daytime ABPM readings if blood pressure is 150/95mmHg or higher.