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What is the primary physiological regulation of blood pressure in relation to vascular resistance?
What is the primary physiological regulation of blood pressure in relation to vascular resistance?
- Decreased total peripheral resistance (correct)
- Activation of the RAAS system
- Increased cardiac output
- Sympathetic nervous system stimulation
Which medication class is specifically known for inhibiting the RAAS system and reducing the effects of angiotensin II?
Which medication class is specifically known for inhibiting the RAAS system and reducing the effects of angiotensin II?
- Beta blockers
- Diuretics
- Calcium channel blockers
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) (correct)
What is a common adverse drug reaction (ADR) associated with ACEIs?
What is a common adverse drug reaction (ADR) associated with ACEIs?
- Hypernatremia
- Hypocalcemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hyperkalemia (correct)
Which medication is generally preferred for hypertension management during pregnancy?
Which medication is generally preferred for hypertension management during pregnancy?
Which condition would be a contraindication for the use of aliskiren?
Which condition would be a contraindication for the use of aliskiren?
What is a potential effect of ACE inhibitors (ACEIs) on potassium levels?
What is a potential effect of ACE inhibitors (ACEIs) on potassium levels?
In terms of lipid profile, what effect do ARBs have on total cholesterol and LDL?
In terms of lipid profile, what effect do ARBs have on total cholesterol and LDL?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic commonly associated with captopril?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic commonly associated with captopril?
What is the primary pharmacological mechanism of action (MOA) of aliskiren?
What is the primary pharmacological mechanism of action (MOA) of aliskiren?
When considering the use of ACEIs or ARBs, which condition would generally be advised to avoid due to potential complications?
When considering the use of ACEIs or ARBs, which condition would generally be advised to avoid due to potential complications?
What is a potential effect of aliskiren on potassium levels?
What is a potential effect of aliskiren on potassium levels?
Which characteristic is NOT commonly associated with ACEIs in terms of their effects on lipid profile?
Which characteristic is NOT commonly associated with ACEIs in terms of their effects on lipid profile?
What is a common contraindication for the use of ACEIs and ARBs?
What is a common contraindication for the use of ACEIs and ARBs?
Which medication class is known to have a primary effect on reducing peripheral vascular resistance (PVR)?
Which medication class is known to have a primary effect on reducing peripheral vascular resistance (PVR)?
Which drug is considered the top choice for managing hypertension specifically induced by other medications?
Which drug is considered the top choice for managing hypertension specifically induced by other medications?
What is the primary mechanism of action of angiotensin II effects in blood pressure regulation?
What is the primary mechanism of action of angiotensin II effects in blood pressure regulation?
Which characteristic differentiates ACEIs from ARBs in terms of their effects on lipid profile?
Which characteristic differentiates ACEIs from ARBs in terms of their effects on lipid profile?
How does aliskiren primarily exert its pharmacological effect?
How does aliskiren primarily exert its pharmacological effect?
Which condition is generally advised to avoid when using ACEIs or ARBs to manage hypertension?
Which condition is generally advised to avoid when using ACEIs or ARBs to manage hypertension?
What is the drug of choice for hypertension management during pregnancy?
What is the drug of choice for hypertension management during pregnancy?
