Beta Blockers: Mechanism and Clinical Uses
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What is the prognosis of heart failure patients?

  • Good, with 90% survival rate within 5 years of diagnosis
  • Poor, with 50% mortality rate within 5 years of diagnosis (correct)
  • Good, with 80% survival rate within 5 years of diagnosis
  • Neutral, with 50% survival rate within 5 years of diagnosis
  • What is the primary goal of medication use in heart failure treatment?

  • Cure the disease
  • Eliminate symptoms
  • Improve ejection fraction
  • Slow disease progression and improve symptoms (correct)
  • What is the classification of heart failure based on ejection fraction?

  • HFrEF and HFpEF (correct)
  • Acute and chronic heart failure
  • Left-sided and right-sided heart failure
  • Systolic and diastolic dysfunction
  • What is the purpose of Guideline Directed Medical Therapy (GDMT)?

    <p>To slow disease progression and prolong life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is not part of GDMT for HFrEF?

    <p>Statins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should NSAIDs be avoided in heart failure patients?

    <p>They exacerbate heart failure symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of dyslipidemia management?

    <p>Prevent cardiovascular disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of beta blockers in heart failure treatment?

    <p>They prolong life and reduce hospitalizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contra-indication to dental treatment in heart failure patients?

    <p>Symptomatic or decompensated heart failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended chair position for dental treatment in heart failure patients?

    <p>Semi-reclined position</p> Signup and view all the answers

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