Antihypertensive Drugs (Batch 51) - Learning Outcomes and Classifications

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Which class of antihypertensive drugs does verapamil belong to?

ACE inhibitors

Beta blockers

Thiazides

Calcium channel blockers (CCBs) (correct)

What is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors used in hypertension management?

Hypoglycemia

Bradycardia

Dry cough (correct)

Hyperkalemia

Which type of drugs are centrally acting drugs in the management of hypertension?

Beta blockers

Dihydropyridines

ACE inhibitors

Alpha-adrenergic antagonists (correct)

Which category of patients should special emphasis be given to in the management of hypertension?

Elderly Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of dihydropyridines in comparison to verapamil/diltiazem?

High selectivity for vascular smooth muscle Signup and view all the answers

Which class of drugs is commonly used in the treatment of hypertensive emergencies?

Vasodilators Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hypertension, how is hypertension commonly defined?

Systolic BP of 140 mmHg or more Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about hypertension according to the WHO guide?

It increases the risk of target organ damage in various vascular beds Signup and view all the answers

According to JNC VII classification, what is the criterion for normal diastolic blood pressure?

Less than 80 mmHg Signup and view all the answers

What is the criteria for systolic blood pressure to be classified as hypertension?

140 mmHg or more Signup and view all the answers

Which vascular bed is NOT at an increased risk of target organ damage in patients with hypertension?

Skeletal muscles Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes persistent hypertension according to the definition provided?

Systolic BP consistently above 140 mmHg and/or diastolic BP consistently above 90 mmHg Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, which patient does not meet the criteria for hypertension?

Patient B - Systolic BP: 135 mmHg, Diastolic BP: 92 mmHg Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a generic name for a drug?

To simplify the pronunciation and recognition of the drug Signup and view all the answers

How are International Non-proprietary Names (rINNs) standardized?

By agreeing upon a single recommended generic name across all WHO member nations Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a brand name from a generic name for a drug?

Brand names are specific to certain countries while generic names are universal Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use the generic name when prescribing a drug?

To standardize communication about the drug globally Signup and view all the answers

How do brand names of drugs vary?

By having different names from different manufacturers Signup and view all the answers

What purpose does the International Non-proprietary Name (rINN) serve in pharmacological literature?

To establish a universal drug identification system Signup and view all the answers

How do generic names contribute to better patient care?

By simplifying drug identification and prescription practices Signup and view all the answers

In what way do brand names add complexity to drug administration?

By having multiple variations across different manufacturers Signup and view all the answers

Why might it be challenging for healthcare professionals to prescribe drugs using only brand names?

Brand names differ based on countries. Signup and view all the answers

What benefit does standardizing generic names provide in the pharmaceutical field?

Improving global communication about drugs. Signup and view all the answers