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What is normal blood pressure reading on digital cuffs?

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See below: A "normal" or optimal blood pressure is 120/80.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/2/2012

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Bp : Less than 140/90 mmhg.

Answered 9/30/2012

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

120/80 or less: Generally aim for 120/80 or less (but at least 90/60). Between 120/80-140/90 is "pre-hypertension". 140/90 or greater is hypertension (high blood pressure).

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 2/21/2014

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