mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #186

A new medication for hypertension was found to be more effective in patients who also received counseling on lifestyle changes. What is the most likely reason for this observation?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #186

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A new medication for hypertension was found to be more effective in patients who also received counseling on lifestyle changes. What is the most likely reason for this observation?

    • A) Synergistic effect of medication and lifestyle changes
    • B) Increased patient compliance with medication
    • C) Counseling reduces stress, a factor in hypertension
    • D) Lifestyle changes alone are sufficient to control hypertension

    Answer: Synergistic effect of medication and lifestyle changes

    Explanation: Combining medication with lifestyle changes can have a synergistic effect on managing hypertension. Option D overstates the effect of lifestyle changes alone.