Blood Pressure Readings

Normal blood pressure

Less than 120 and less than 80

Elevated Blood Pressure

120 to 129 and less than 80

Stage 1 Hypertension

130-139 or 80 to 89

Stage 2 Hypertension

Greater than or equal to 140 or greater than or equal to 90

Hypotension

Is a blood pressure below the expected reference range systolic less than 90 and can be a result of fluid depletion heart failure or vasodilation

Pulse Pressure

Is the difference between the systolic and the diastolic pressure readings

Orthostatic postural hypotension

Is a blood pressure that decreases when a client change position from lying to sitting or standing and it can result from various causes peripheral vasodilation , medication adverse effects , fluid depletion , anemia , prolonged bed rest