Ease Into Prep with a USMLE® Question of the Day

Build prep into your routine until it's second nature.
Get a USMLE question—with detailed answer explanations—in your inbox every day.

USMLE Practice Question for April 2nd

A 54-year-old man with a history of emphysema comes to the physician for a routine physical. He reports an increased frequency in headaches over the last few months, but no other new symptoms. He currently uses inhaled corticosteroids and bronchodilators for treatment of his emphysema. His pulse is 90/min, respirations are 18/min, and blood pressure is 175/101 mm Hg. Physical examination reveals a barrel chest and distant bilateral breath sounds. At the end of the visit, the patient mentions a previous anaphylactic reaction to trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole. Which of the following drugs is most appropriate to treat this patient's hypertension?

READY FOR A HIGHER SCORE ON THE USMLE?

No matter where you are on your journey, Kaplan's expert teachers can help you raise your score.
Find the course that fits you best.

Find Your Prep
Kaplan | 750 Third Ave | New York, NY 10017
© Kaplan Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions
aol1357m2