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The Non-Pharmacological Approach to Treating Hypertension

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Which of the following is a first-choice group of antihypertensive drugs commonly used in therapy?

Combined α and β-blockers
Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (correct)
Adrenergic neuron blockers
Alpha 2 agonists

What is the recommended daily salt intake for individuals with systemic hypertension?

Less than 50 mmol/day
Less than 200 mmol/day
Less than 100 mmol/day (correct)
Less than 150 mmol/day

Which of the following is NOT a non-pharmacological treatment for systemic hypertension?

Regular physical activity
Restriction of salt intake
Avoiding stress
Taking antihypertensive drugs (correct)

Which group of antihypertensive drugs is considered a second-choice option?

Alpha 1-adrenergic blockers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal goal of antihypertensive drug therapy?

Maintain adequate blood pressure and reduce the workload of the heart (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a calcium channel blocker with mainly cardiac effects?

Verapamil (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following calcium channel blockers is metabolized into active metabolites?

Diltiazem (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following calcium channel blockers has a reflex increase in blood pressure as a pharmacological effect?

Nifedipine (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following calcium channel blockers has a negative inotropic effect on the heart?

Verapamil (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following calcium channel blockers is known to decrease insulin release in high doses?

Verapamil (B) Signup and view all the answers