What is the primary mechanism by which thiazide diuretics lower blood pressure?

A) Sodium and water excretion

B) Increased cardiac output
C) Increased extracellular volume
D) Decreased renal vascular resistance
ANSWER: A

Which type of diuretics is not effective in patients with inadequate kidney

function?
A) Potassium-sparing diuretics
B) Loop diuretics
C) Amiloride and triamterene
D) Thiazide diuretics
ANSWER: D

What is the primary action of β-blockers in reducing blood pressure?

A) Promoting vasodilation
B) Decreasing cardiac output
C) Increasing sympathetic outflow
D) Inhibiting renin release
ANSWER: B

Which condition discourages the use of β-blockers?

A) Reversible bronchospastic disease
B) Severe peripheral vascular disease
C) Asthma
D) Supraventricular tachyarrhythmia
ANSWER: B

What is one of the common adverse effects of β-blockers?

A) Hypertension
B) Increased serum lipid levels
C) Decreased libido
D) Bradyarrhythmia
ANSWER: C