Which medication is often administered with hydralazine to reduce reflex physiologic responses to the drug?
a. Beta blockers
b. Renin inhibitor
c. ACE inhibitor
d. Angiotensin II receptor blocker
ANS: A
Beta blockers are administered with hydralazine to reduce the reflex tachycardia caused by arterial vasodilation. Diuretics may also be administered to promote water and sodium excretion. Renin inhibitors, ACE inhibitors, and angiotensin II receptor blockers are not usually administered to reduce the physiologic effects of hydralazine.
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