Question # 35

A 62-year-old patient with a history of hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and a recent ischemic stroke has a blood pressure reading of 146/90 mmHg during an outpatient follow-up visit. According to current secondary stroke prevention guidelines, what is the standard target blood pressure for this patient?

Options:

A.

Below 140/90 mmHg, and individualized based on patient tolerance and comorbidities (often targeting below 130/80 mmHg in many patients).

B.

Below 160/100 mmHg because higher blood pressure is required to maintain cerebral perfusion after a stroke.

C.

Exactly 150/95 mmHg to prevent sudden drops in systemic vascular resistance.

D.

Blood pressure control is unnecessary once a patient has already suffered a stroke.

Viewing question 35 out of 47 questions
Industry research shows that students who utilize SCRN practice tests are significantly more likely to pass exam.


Our free SCRN practice questions act as a diagnostic tool to give you a clear snapshot of your Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) Examination readiness. Discover which topics are your strengths and, more importantly, which critical topics require your immediate attention.