Question 7: All the following statements are CORRECT about labetalol in the management of hypertension in pregnancy, EXCEPT

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Question 7: All the following statements are CORRECT about labetalol in the management of hypertension in pregnancy, EXCEPT

• A) It blocks both alpha and beta receptors. This is correct. Labetalol is a combined alpha-1 and non-selective beta-adrenergic blocker.
• B) It should be given by slow intravenous injection. This is correct. IV labetalol should be administered slowly to avoid a sudden drop in blood pressure and reflex tachycardia.
• C) It is not first line antihypertensive agent for hypertension in pregnancy. This is incorrect. Labetalol is widely considered a first-line agent for the management of severe hypertension in pregnancy.
• *D)