J.P., a 45 year old African American male presents for the first time at your practice. He does not have any previous records available during the visit. When asked about his previous BP readings, he says they were 'all right'. His BP reading today per the nurse which you have confirmed is 150/98. What is the next best course of action?
1) Tell the patient his BP is dangerously high and must be treated immediately
2) Tell patient he needs to stop drinking alcohol and eating any salt
3) Refer to cardiology
4) Encourage home BP monitoring and send results or recheck at another visit
