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Which drug should be offered as Step 1 treatment for hypertension in patients aged 55 and over without type 2 diabetes, or in black African or African-Caribbean origin patients of any age without type 2 diabetes?
Which drug should be offered as Step 1 treatment for hypertension in patients aged 55 and over without type 2 diabetes, or in black African or African-Caribbean origin patients of any age without type 2 diabetes?
- ACE inhibitor
- ARB
- Thiazide-like diuretic
- Calcium channel blocker (correct)
Which drugs should be offered in addition to a calcium channel blocker as Step 2 treatment for hypertension in patients aged 55 and over without type 2 diabetes, or in black African or African-Caribbean origin patients of any age without type 2 diabetes?
Which drugs should be offered in addition to a calcium channel blocker as Step 2 treatment for hypertension in patients aged 55 and over without type 2 diabetes, or in black African or African-Caribbean origin patients of any age without type 2 diabetes?
- ACE inhibitor, ARB, or thiazide-like diuretic (correct)
- Beta blocker, alpha blocker, or spironolactone
- Thiazide-like diuretic
- ACE inhibitor or ARB
What should be done before considering further treatment for a person with resistant hypertension?
What should be done before considering further treatment for a person with resistant hypertension?
- Assess for postural hypotension (correct)
- Monitor blood sodium, potassium, and renal function
- Offer an ACE inhibitor or ARB
- Seek specialist advice
Which of the following is a recommended treatment for hypertension in patients with diabetes?
Which of the following is a recommended treatment for hypertension in patients with diabetes?
What is the recommended treatment for resistant hypertension after Step 4?
What is the recommended treatment for resistant hypertension after Step 4?
What should be monitored when using further diuretic therapy for treatment of resistant hypertension?
What should be monitored when using further diuretic therapy for treatment of resistant hypertension?
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