Question

A 67-year-old with persistent hypertension (average home BP 146/92) despite lifestyle changes has 10-year ASCVD risk 12%. According to US guidelines, when should drug therapy be initiated?

Accepted Answer

Only if there is CKD

Answer

when should drug therapy be initiated?

Answer

Only if SBP >=160 or DBP >=100

Answer

Now; >=140/90 warrants drug therapy

Answer

Only after 6 months of lifestyle

Practice question

A 67-year-old with persistent hypertension (average home BP 146/92) despite lifestyle changes has 10-year ASCVD risk 12%. According to US guidelines, when should drug therapy be initiated?