Blood Pressure:
Blood pressure categorization according to the 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines on hypertension[i]:
| Blood Pressure Category | Systolic Pressure (mm Hg) | Diastolic Pressure (mm Hg) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | Less than 120 | AND | Less than 80 |
| Elevated | 120 - 129 | AND | Less than 80 |
| Stage 1 Hypertension | 130 - 139 | OR | 80 - 89 |
| Stage 2 Hypertension | 140 and higher | OR | 90 and higher |
Heart Rate:
| Heart Rate Category | Heart Rate (Beats Per Minute) |
|---|---|
| Bradycardia | Less than 60 * |
| Normal | 60 - 100 |
| Tachycardia | Greater than 100 |
* A heart rate less than 60 beats per minute is normal for very fit people
REFERENCES
[i] Whelton, P. K., et al. (2018). Correction to: 2017 ACC/AHA/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/AGS/APhA/ASH/ASPC/NMA/PCNA Guideline for the Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Management of High Blood Pressure in Adults: Executive Summary: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines. Hypertension, 71(6), e13–e115. doi: 10.1161/hyp.0000000000000075