The nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with hypertension. The client asks what medications may be used to treat the condition. Which primary antihypertensive agents will the nurse discuss with the client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
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Diuretics, Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), and Beta-adrenergic antagonists are commonly used primary antihypertensive agents. Direct-acting vasodilators and peripheral adrenergic antagonists are not typically first-line treatments for hypertension.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Recently Diagnosed with Hypertension