Yes, based on the blood pressure reading of 143/95 mm Hg, Ms. Stewart's blood pressure is considered hypertensive.
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is defined as consistently elevated blood pressure levels. The blood pressure reading consists of two numbers:
1. Systolic pressure (the higher number): This represents the pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts and pumps blood into the circulation.
2. Diastolic pressure (the lower number): This represents the pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest between beats.
The guidelines for classifying hypertension are as follows:
- Normal Blood Pressure: Less than 120/80 mm Hg
- Elevated Blood Pressure: 120-129/less than 80 mm Hg
- Hypertension Stage 1: 130-139/80-89 mm Hg
- Hypertension Stage 2: 140 or higher/90 or higher mm Hg
In Ms. Stewart's case, her blood pressure reading of 143/95 mm Hg falls within the range of Hypertension Stage 1. This means her systolic pressure is in the range of 130-139 mm Hg, and her diastolic pressure is in the range of 80-89 mm Hg.