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Which of the following is NOT considered a lifestyle modification for managing chronic hypertension?
Which of the following is NOT considered a lifestyle modification for managing chronic hypertension?
- Taking antihypertensive medications (correct)
- Adhering to the DASH eating plan
- Alcohol restriction
- Sodium restriction
What is the benefit of lowering blood pressure?
What is the benefit of lowering blood pressure?
- It decreases morbidity and prolongs life (correct)
- It has no effect on morbidity or life expectancy
- It increases morbidity but prolongs life
- It increases morbidity and shortens life
Which of the following systems is involved in the long-term regulation of blood pressure?
Which of the following systems is involved in the long-term regulation of blood pressure?
- Sympathetic baroreceptors reflex
- Renal regulation
- Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System
- Both B and C (correct)
What is the recommended limit for alcohol consumption in managing hypertension?
What is the recommended limit for alcohol consumption in managing hypertension?
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Which of the following factors is NOT directly mentioned as contributing to blood pressure control?
Which of the following factors is NOT directly mentioned as contributing to blood pressure control?
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What is the role of the sympathetic baroreceptors reflex?
What is the role of the sympathetic baroreceptors reflex?
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