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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the mechanism of action of Furosemide (Lasix)? | Blocks Na+ and Cl- reabsorption in the ascending loop of Henle. |
| What electrolyte imbalance is most associated with Hydrochlorothiazide? | Hypokalemia. |
| What is a key adverse effect of Spironolactone? | Hyperkalemia. |
| What is a serious adverse effect of ACE inhibitors like Captopril? | Angioedema. |
| What fruit must be avoided when taking statins? | Grapefruit (due to risk of increased toxicity). |
| What is the antidote for Heparin overdose? | Protamine sulfate. |
| What is the INR goal for warfarin therapy? | 2.0–3.0. |
| What are signs of warfarin toxicity? | Bleeding, bruising, black tarry stools, low BP. |
| Which lab is used to monitor heparin therapy? | PTT. |
| What is Levothyroxine used for? | Hypothyroidism. |
| What is a serious side effect of Methimazole? | Agranulocytosis. |
| What is the rule when mixing insulins? | Draw up short-acting (clear) before long-acting (cloudy). |
| What is a sign of hypoglycemia? | Sweating, tremors, confusion, tachycardia. |
| What is the mechanism of action of Digoxin? | Increases contractility (positive inotrope), decreases heart rate (negative chronotrope). |
| When should Nitroglycerin be taken during an anginal attack? | At the first sign of chest pain. |
| What lab value should be monitored with statins? | Liver enzymes (AST, ALT) due to hepatotoxicity. |
| What is a common adverse effect of calcium channel blockers like nifedipine? | Peripheral edema and reflex tachycardia. |
| Why is propranolol contraindicated in asthma patients? | It causes bronchoconstriction (non-selective beta-blocker). |
| What side effect should be reported when taking furosemide? | Tinnitus. |
| What are the signs of digoxin toxicity? | N/V, blurred/yellow vision, bradycardia, fatigue. |
| What is the therapeutic use of Clopidogrel (Plavix)? | Prevent MI and CVA (stroke). |
| What medication must be stopped 5-7 days before surgery? | Clopidogrel (Plavix). |
| What dietary teaching is needed with warfarin? | Limit foods high in vitamin K (leafy greens). |