A 75 year-old gentleman presents to his general practitioner. He is currently being treated for hypertension and is on a multi-drug regimen. His current blood pressure is 180/100. The physician would like to begin treatment with minoxidil or hydralazine. Which of the following side effects is associated with administration of these drugs?
APersistent cough
BCyanosis in extremities
CFetal renal toxicity
DSystemic volume loss
EReflex tachycardia
A patient presents with periods of severe headaches and flushing however every time they have come to the physician they have not experienced any symptoms. The only abnormal finding is a blood pressure of 175 mmHg/100 mmHg. It is determined that the optimal treatment for this patient is surgical. Prior to surgery which of the following noncompetitive inhibitors should be administered?
APhentolamine
BIsoproterenol
CAtropine
DPropranolol
EPhenoxybenzamine
A patient with a history of hypertension and bipolar disorder is seen in your clinic for new-onset tremor, increased urination, and mild dehydration symptoms. Her bipolar disorder has been well-controlled with her current medication regimen. She recently started a new medication for better management of her hypertension. Which of the following medications did she most likely start?
AAmlodipine
BLisinopril
CHydrochlorothiazide
DFurosemide
EMetoprolol
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