What Is the Initial Goal for the Treatment of Secondary

question 34

Multiple Choice

What is the initial goal for the treatment of secondary hypertension?

• A) Weight control and diet
• B) Treating the underlying disease
• C) Administration of digoxin
• D) Administration of b-adrenergic receptor blockers

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