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A 52-year-old man with no past medical history is seen in family practice for an annual review. Automated office blood pressures over two separate visits, each with three readings, average 152/94 mm Hg. He is asymptomatic and takes no medications. Physical examination is otherwise normal. What is the most appropriate next step to confirm a diagnosis of hypertension before starting drug therapy?
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