Which Statement Is True of Pre-Existing Hypertension

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true of pre-existing hypertension?

• A) It is defined as hypertension that begins during pregnancy and lasts for the duration of pregnancy.
• B) It is considered severe when the systolic blood pressure (BP)is greater than 140 mm Hg or the diastolic BP is greater than 90 mm Hg.
• C) It is general hypertension plus proteinuria.
• D) It can be accompanied by pre-eclampsia during pregnancy.

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