Question

A 58-year-old with untreated blood pressures averaging 162/98 mm Hg and no compelling indications presents for care. According to current guidelines, what initial pharmacotherapy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Start two first-line agents from different classes

Answer

Start a beta blocker alone

Answer

Start a thiazide-like diuretic alone

Answer

Start amlodipine alone

Answer

No drug therapy; lifestyle only

Practice question

A 58-year-old with untreated blood pressures averaging 162/98 mm Hg and no compelling indications presents for care. According to current guidelines, what initial pharmacotherapy is recommended?