First-Line Antihypertensive Agents Quiz
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Which class of antihypertensive agents is considered a preferred first-line option for most patients?

  • Diuretics
  • ACE inhibitors (correct)
  • Beta-blockers
  • Calcium channel blockers
  • In which patients should beta-blocker therapy be reserved, according to the text?

  • Patients with diabetes
  • Patients with compelling indications (correct)
  • Patients without a compelling indication
  • Patients with chronic kidney disease
  • Which medication may cause hyperkalemia in patients with chronic kidney disease?

  • Metoprolol
  • Benazepril (Lotensin) (correct)
  • Amlodipine
  • Captopril (Capoten)
  • Which antihypertensive drug class is considered an alternative option for select patients after implementing first-line agents?

    <p>Other antihypertensive drug classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which patients should beta-blocker therapy be used in combination with first-line antihypertensive agents?

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