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A 52-year-old man is seen in general practice for blood pressure review. He has no diabetes, kidney disease or cardiovascular history, does not smoke and has a low 5-year absolute cardiovascular risk. Repeated seated measurements over 3 months are around 170/105 mmHg. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

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