Author Question: Which medication is often the first choice for treating hypertension? 1. Diuretics 2. Beta ... (Read 56 times)

leo leo · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which medication is often the first choice for treating hypertension?

1. Diuretics
2. Beta blockers
3. ACE inhibitors
4. Alpha blockers

Question 2

The physician has prescribed an alpha blocker for the client. What medication does the nurse anticipate to be prescribed?

1. Atenolol (Tenormin)
2. Doxazosin (Cardura)
3. Lisinopril (Zestril)
4. Diltiazem (Cardizem)

tmlewis4706 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Diuretics are often the first choice for treating hypertension.
Rationale 2:Beta blockers is incorrect because diuretics are often the first choice for treating hypertension.
Rationale 3:ACE inhibitors is incorrect because diuretics are often the first choice for treating hypertension.
Rationale 4:Alpha blockers is incorrect because diuretics are often the first choice for treating hypertension.

Global Rationale: Diuretics are often the first choice for treating hypertension because they produce few adverse effects and are very effective at controlling mild to moderate hypertension.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1:Atenolol (Tenormin) is incorrect because it is a beta blocker.
Rationale 2: Doxazosin (Cardura) is an alpha blocker.
Rationale 3:Lisinopril (Zestril) is incorrect because this medication is an ACE inhibitor.
Rationale 4:Diltiazem (Cardizem) is incorrect because it is a calcium channel blocker.

Global Rationale: Doxazosin (Cardura) is an alpha blocker. Atenolol (Tenormin) is a beta blocker. Lisinopril (Zestril) is an ACE inhibitor. Diltiazem (Cardizem) is a calcium channel blocker.