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Multiple Choice: Cardiovascular disease Question 1. A 32-year-old nurse presents with episodes of anxiety, headache and sweating. During one attack her blood pressure is measured at 190/140. Which of the following is true? A The likely diagnosis is Cushing's syndrome B Three sets of normal 24-hour urines for catecholamine metabolites exclude a phaeochromocytoma C A family history is of no use D An early appropriate investigation is imaging of her adrenal glands E Beta-blockers should be given until the diagnosis is established