Hypertension Algorithm Hypertension Algorithm Was their last certification limited to 3 months due to hypertension? Yes No Do they have the diagnosis of hypertension and/or are they taking an antihypertensive medication? Yes No Blood Pressure Reading: 140/90 or less (140 or less / 90 or less) 141/91 or greater (141 or greater / 91 or greater) The individual should be disqualified as they have already been provided a one-time 3-month certificate and their blood pressure is not edequately controlled. THERE IS NO NEED TO CONTINUE THE ALGORITHM.Blood Pressure Range: 141-159/91-99 (Stage 1) 160-179/100-109 (Stage 2) 180+/110+ (Stage 3) An individual with stage 3 hypertension should be disqualified until they can provide a blood pressure reading less than or equal to 140/90.The individual may be provided with a one-time 3-month certificate.Certify the individual for up to 2 years.Certify the individual for up to 1 year.Certify the individual for up to 1 year.Certify the individual for up to 1 year.The individual should be disqualified as they have already been provided a one-time 3-month certificate.The individual may be provided with a one-time 3-month certificate. Δ Resources Body Systems Medication Search Library Medical Clearance Letters Additional Resources Company User Registration Terms of Use & Privacy Policy DOT Exam Expert 509 SW Frazer Ave. Pendleton, OR 97801 Contact Us
