ACE Health Coach Certification Practice Test

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Which medication is Betsy taking to manage her hypertension?

Insulin
Statin
Beta blocker
ACE inhibitor

The correct answer is: Beta blocker

Betsy is taking a beta blocker to manage her hypertension. Beta blockers are a class of medications that work by blocking the effects of adrenaline on the body's beta receptors. This action results in a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure, making them effective for treating hypertension. They can also help with other cardiovascular conditions by reducing the workload on the heart. When considering the other options, insulin is primarily used to manage diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels and is not indicated for hypertension. Statins are used to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease but do not address blood pressure directly. ACE inhibitors, while effective for hypertension, specifically work by inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme, which is a different mechanism from that of beta blockers. Therefore, the choice of a beta blocker is appropriate for managing Betsy's hypertension based on established pharmacological principles.