Question

A 52-year-old with BP 138/84 mmHg on repeated readings has 10-year ASCVD risk 15% and normal labs. According to US hypertension guidelines, what is the recommended management?

Accepted Answer

Start thiazide or ACE inhibitor plus lifestyle modification

Answer

Lifestyle only; no drugs until BP ≥140/90 mmHg

Answer

Start beta-blocker as first-line monotherapy

Answer

Start clonidine patch

Answer

Order renal artery Doppler before therapy

Practice question

A 52-year-old with BP 138/84 mmHg on repeated readings has 10-year ASCVD risk 15% and normal labs. According to US hypertension guidelines, what is the recommended management?