What are the advantages of hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Is potassium sparing
b. Is effective for African Americans
c. Consistently controls blood pressure
d. Has no side effects
e. Decreases heart rate
B, C
Hydrochlorothiazide is a potassium-sparing diuretic that provides consistent blood pressure con-trol and is effective for African Americans. It does have side effects, however, and does nothing to decrease heart rate directly.
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