Module 03: Chronic Disease Management (Assessment)
A 63-years-old woman who is known to have hypertension for 15 years presented to her family doctor with shortness of breath and ankle swelling. An echocardiogram confirmed compromised left ventricular function. Her blood pressure is 150/90mmhg. She is currently on frusemide and Aspirin. What is the MOST appropriate medication to add?
A. Aldosterone antagonists
B. Calcium channel blockers
C. Beta blockers
D. Angiotensin receptor blockers
E. Angiotensin converting enzyme - inhibitors
A 63-years-old woman who is known to have hypertension for 15 years presented to her family doctor with shortness of breath and ankle swelling. An echocardiogram confirmed compromised left ventricular function. Her blood pressure is 150/90mmhg. She is currently on frusemide and Aspirin. What is the MOST appropriate medication to add?
A. Aldosterone antagonists
B. Calcium channel blockers
C. Beta blockers
D. Angiotensin receptor blockers
E. Angiotensin converting enzyme - inhibitors
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