What is the first-line pharmacotherapy for uncomplicated hypertension in a 45-year-old adult per Korean clinical guidelines
What is the first-line pharmacotherapy for uncomplicated hypertension in a 45-year-old adult per Korean clinical guidelines?
A. Beta-blocker
B. Thiazide diuretic
C. Calcium channel blocker
D. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor
Answer: B
Explanation: Korean hypertension guidelines recommend thiazide diuretics as first-line monotherapy for most uncomplicated hypertensive patients.
