Jim is being treated for hypertension. Because he has a history of heart attack, the drug chosen is atenolol. Beta blockers treat hypertension by:

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Beta blockers, like atenolol, reduce hypertension by reducing vascular smooth muscle tone, which leads to vasodilation and decreased blood pressure. This is achieved by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors, which reduces the effects of sympathetic nervous system activation on the heart and blood vessels. Option A is incorrect because beta blockers decrease heart rate and cardiac output. Option C is incorrect because beta blockers do not increase aldosterone-mediated volume activity. Option D is incorrect because reducing aqueous humor production is not related to the treatment of hypertension.

Jim Is Being Treated for Hypertension