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What are the recommended treatment options for Stage I hypertension in African Americans and patients over 60 years old?
What are the recommended treatment options for Stage I hypertension in African Americans and patients over 60 years old?
calcium channel blocker or thiazide diuretic
What are the recommended treatment options for Stage I hypertension in non-African American patients under 60 years old?
What are the recommended treatment options for Stage I hypertension in non-African American patients under 60 years old?
not specified
What are the recommended treatment options for Stage I hypertension in patients who are both African American and under 60 years old?
What are the recommended treatment options for Stage I hypertension in patients who are both African American and under 60 years old?
not specified
Which medication is recommended for the treatment of Stage I hypertension in African American patients over 60 years old?
Which medication is recommended for the treatment of Stage I hypertension in African American patients over 60 years old?
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Which medication is recommended for the treatment of Stage I hypertension in non-African American patients under 60 years old?
Which medication is recommended for the treatment of Stage I hypertension in non-African American patients under 60 years old?
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Which medication is NOT recommended for the treatment of Stage I hypertension in African American patients over 60 years old?
Which medication is NOT recommended for the treatment of Stage I hypertension in African American patients over 60 years old?
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Which stage of hypertension is typically treated with low doses of medication that are gradually increased if blood pressure does not reach the target goal?
Which stage of hypertension is typically treated with low doses of medication that are gradually increased if blood pressure does not reach the target goal?
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What is the recommended approach if blood pressure does not reach the target goal with low doses of medication for Stage I hypertension?
What is the recommended approach if blood pressure does not reach the target goal with low doses of medication for Stage I hypertension?
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What may be required to control blood pressure in the treatment of Stage I hypertension?
What may be required to control blood pressure in the treatment of Stage I hypertension?
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What should be assessed during cardiovascular assessment?
What should be assessed during cardiovascular assessment?
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What are some potential symptoms of target organ damage?
What are some potential symptoms of target organ damage?
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What are some personal, social, and financial factors that can influence the condition or its treatment?
What are some personal, social, and financial factors that can influence the condition or its treatment?
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Which of the following are potential symptoms of target organ damage?
Which of the following are potential symptoms of target organ damage?
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What should be assessed during cardiovascular assessment?
What should be assessed during cardiovascular assessment?
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Which factors can influence the condition or treatment of a patient?
Which factors can influence the condition or treatment of a patient?
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