Question

A 61-year-old with previously untreated hypertension has office BP 164/98 mmHg on two visits and ASCVD risk 18%. Which initial therapy is preferred?

Accepted Answer

Start two first-line agents from different classes

Answer

Lifestyle only for 6 months

Answer

Start one agent regardless of stage

Answer

Start β-blocker monotherapy

Answer

Start clonidine patch

Practice question

A 61-year-old with previously untreated hypertension has office BP 164/98 mmHg on two visits and ASCVD risk 18%. Which initial therapy is preferred?