Which statement is accurate in regard to secondary hypertension?
1. There is no known cause.
2. It can result from chronic renal impairment.
3. It is also known as idiopathic.
4. It accounts for 90% of all hypertensive cases.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Secondary hypertension has an identifiable cause, and accounts for 10% of all cases. Primary hypertension is known as idiopathic, and has no known cause.
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