Which Agents Are Preferred for the Initial Treatment of Hypertension

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which agents are preferred for the initial treatment of hypertension?

• A) ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor antagonists
• B) Calcium ion agonists and central-acting alpha agonists
• C) Thiazide diuretics and beta-adrenergic blockers
• D) Direct vasodilators and peripherally acting adrenergic antagonists

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