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module 130 Pre-test

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Beta-blockers share which ending? Olol
Indentify the following which one is considered "good" Cholesterol? HDL- High Density Lipoproteins
Which drug is commonly prescribed for the failure. (HF)? Digoxin/ Lanoxin
______ agents include 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutary-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors (alsoknow as Statins), bile acid sequestrants, fibrates, niacin, and ezetimible. They are used in the treatment of ________ Antihyperlipidemic. hyperlipidemia
Describe the different forms of angina Variant Classic Unstable Spasm of Coronary Artery Short Ischemic History of angina attacks
A person with hypothension could experience the following symptoms: low blood pressure. (fainting, dizziness, vertigo)
A myocardial infarction (MI) is also known as: heart attack
The intital drug treatment for hyertension is typically a(n) Thiazide Diuretic
Low- molecular-weight Heparins (LMWHs) are frequently used as; how are they administered? Bridge Therapy Between Coumadin and Heparin
List all the statins: Zocar= simivastatin Pravach = pavastatin Lipitor = atorastatin
List all the layer of the heart? Endocardium Myocardialium Epicardium
The only artery(ies) that carry(ies) deoxygenated blood is(are) the: Pulmonary arteries
The following statements best describe the heart condition known as:____________ *Is the force exerted by the blood against. the inner walls of the blood vessels. *Is recorded as systolic pressure and diastolic pressure. *Measures the pressure Hypentension- HTN
Excessive salt intakecan cause: Fliud Retention- Edema
High blood pressure can be caused by: Increased peripheral resistance excess angiontensin II
A frequent annoying side effect of ACE inhibitors that causes some users to switch to a different antihypertensive medication is: Dry Hacking Cough
The common generic ending -pril is associated with: ACE- PRIL
The difference between ACE inhibitors and ARBs is: ACE= Inhibit ARB= Block
One benefit of selective beta-1 blockers over nonselective beta-blockers is Patients with asthma are able to take it
___________ is an older, nonselective beta-blocker. Inderal-propranolo
Patients with. Hypertension should be aware of which of the following OTC products that could elevate their blood pressure? Decongestants, Antihistamines, NSAIDs. Cold/allergy
Treatment for hypotension could include: Fludrocortison/midodrine increase water compression sock
Which of the following is(are) the most widely used agents for the treatment of hyperlipidemia? STATINS
The overuse of statis may be toxic to which body organ? Liver
Which medication binds to bile acids in the VI tract, preventing their reabsorption to lower cholesterol levels? Questran
Which agent primarily increases HDL cholesterol levels and lowers triglyceride levels? Gemifibrozil and Fenofibrate
One annoying side effect of some niacin formulations is: Niacin Flush
Arterosclerosis: A FORM OF ARTERIOSCLEROSIS Arteriosclerosis Hardening of walls Lipid buildupin arteries
Angina (chest pain) is caused by: decrease in blood flow
The most prescribed antianginal agent is: Nitroglycerin
Which formulation of NTG would not be appropriate for the treatment of an acute angina attack? Patches/ointment/translingual
Requirements for dispensing NTG sublingul (NTG SL) tablets include:
What medication is used to treat an overdose of Lanoxin? Digbind
The vessels responsible for supplying oxygen to the heart muscle is(are) called: Coronary arteries
How do Nitrates work what are they used to treat: Dialate The blood vessel and angina
How and where is NTG ointment applied? What size tubes are available? on chest. 60gm, 30gm, 1gm= unitbol. (Tubes)
Which instructions are necessary to explain to patients concerning their NTG SL tablets? 1 tablet q 5 min for 3 dose if no refill. Call 911
Never take the tablets out of the a mber glass Place the glass container in a large plastic Package w a non-childproof cap
Created by: Fendi14
 

 



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