Step 3A: Clinical Risk Factors - Blood Pressure

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High blood pressure (HBP or hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke—leading causes of death for both men and women in Connecticut, across the nation, and around the world. Having high blood pressure doesn’t mean you’re tense, nervous or hyperactive. You can be a calm, relaxed person and still have high blood pressure.

Most cases of high blood pressure can’t be cured, but it’s easily detectable and can usually be controlled. A treatment plan to lower blood pressure might include lifestyle and dietary changes, and/or medication.

1. When did you last have your blood pressure checked? Less than 2 years ago
2 to less than 3 years ago
3 to less than 5 years ago
5 or more years ago
Never had it checked
Don’t know / Not sure

2. Have you ever been told you have high blood pressure (hypertension)? Yes
No
Don’t know / Not sure

3. Do you take medication to lower or control your blood pressure? Not applicable
Yes
No
Don’t know / Not sure

4. Do you have a family history of high blood pressure? Yes
No
Don’t know / Not sure

5. What is your blood pressure (systolic/diastolic)? Normal (below 120/80)
Borderline high (120-139/80-89)
High (140/90 or higher)
Never had it checked
Don’t know / Not sure