Which of the following blood pressure readings would be classified as Stage 1 hypertension in an adult patient?

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A120/78 mmHg
B115/75 mmHg
C126/79 mmHg
D138/88 mmHg

✓ Correct answer: D. 138/88 mmHg Stage 1 hypertension is defined as systolic blood pressure of 130-139 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure of 80-89 mmHg. The reading of 138/88 mmHg falls within this range.

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