From the list provided, select that drugs that are indicated for patients with hypertension with a stimulated sympathetic nervous system
a. stimulate alpha2-receptors.
b. block alpha1-receptors.
c. block Beta1-adrenergic receptors.
d. simulate muscarinic receptors
a,b,c. Elevated sympathetic nervous system activity may result in transient or sustained hypertension. Drugs are selected to either
1 . Stimulate α2-receptors, which inhibit the release of catecholamines that cause vasoconstriction.
2 . Block α1-receptors, which inhibit vasoconstriction.
3 . Block ß1-adrenergic postsynaptic receptors, preventing stimulation of the heart.
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