Question

A 56-year-old with average BP 138/86 mm Hg, 10-year ASCVD risk 12%. Best next step?

Accepted Answer

Start thiazide-type diuretic, ACEI/ARB, or CCB plus lifestyle

Answer

Lifestyle only; recheck in 1 year

Answer

Start beta-blocker monotherapy

Answer

Wait until BP ≥140/90 to start therapy

Answer

Start loop diuretic

Practice question

A 56-year-old with average BP 138/86 mm Hg, 10-year ASCVD risk 12%. Best next step?