Overview of Hypertension and Treatment Changes
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According to the overview, what is the initial treatment typically recommended for hypertension?

  • Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) only
  • Beta blockers and ACE inhibitors
  • A combination of all drug classes mentioned
  • Thiazide diuretic or calcium channel blocker (correct)

    • If the target blood pressure is not reached within a month of initial therapy, what is typically done?

  • No changes are made, as it takes longer for the drugs to take effect
  • The initial drug dose may be increased or a second drug added (correct)
  • The patient is switched to a different drug class
  • The initial drug dose is decreased

    • What percentage of hypertension cases are classified as primary or essential hypertension?

  • 90 - 95% (correct)
  • 10 - 15%
  • 20 - 30%
  • 70 - 80%

    • Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential factor contributing to primary or essential hypertension?

    <p>Genetic predisposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of hypertension cases are classified as secondary hypertension?

    <p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential consequence of untreated hypertension?

    <p>Liver disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the overview, what age is no longer used as the main factor for starting hypertension treatment?

    <p>Age is no longer the main determining factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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