Multiple Choice
Which statement regarding diuretics and the elderly is false?
A) Low-dose thiazide diuretics are the first-line treatment for hypertension in the elderly.
B) Diuretics can cause dehydration and increase the risk of falls.
C) Diuretics can cause electrolyte imbalances such as hypokalemia.
D) Beta-adrenergic blockers are superior to diuretics in elderly patients.
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