James Raucher Has Had Asthma Since He Was a Child

question 3

Multiple Choice

James Raucher has had asthma since he was a child.When he turned 60,he also developed hypertension.His physician prescribed a cardioselective beta-blocker drug to treat his hypertension because cardioselective beta-blocker drugs ________.

• A) are the best choice for older adults with hypertension
• B) are less likely to cause an allergic reaction than other beta-blocker drugs
• C) are more effective than other beta-blocker drugs for treating hypertension
• D) are better than other beta-blocker drugs in keeping the bronchi open and treating patients with hypertension and lung disease

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