Which classes of medications are prescribed as initial therapy for hypertension after a myocardial infarction (MI)?
A. Diuretic and beta blocker
B. Beta blocker and ACE inhibitor
C. ACE inhibitor and calcium channel blocker
D. Diuretic and calcium channel blocker
Answer: B. Beta blocker and ACE inhibitor
Explanation: Beta blockers and ACE inhibitors, as well as aldosterone antagonists, are the drug classes recommended for initial therapy of hypertension after an MI. Diuretics and calcium channel blockers are not part of initial therapy for hypertension after an MI.
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