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Which lipid-lowering agent has the most robust evidence for reducing cardiovascular events in patients with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease?
Which lipid-lowering agent has the most robust evidence for reducing cardiovascular events in patients with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease?
- Fibrates
- Ezetimibe
- Statins (correct)
- Niacin
What is the recommended first-line medication for patients with hypertension and heart failure?
What is the recommended first-line medication for patients with hypertension and heart failure?
- Diuretics
- Calcium channel blockers
- Beta-blockers
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (correct)
What is the target blood pressure for most patients with hypertension according to current guidelines?
What is the target blood pressure for most patients with hypertension according to current guidelines?
- Less than 130/80 mmHg
- Less than 120/80 mmHg
- Less than 140/90 mmHg (correct)
- Less than 150/90 mmHg
What is the primary goal of anticoagulant therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation?
What is the primary goal of anticoagulant therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation?
Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
In patients with stable coronary artery disease, what is the recommended antiplatelet therapy?
In patients with stable coronary artery disease, what is the recommended antiplatelet therapy?
What is the recommended initial pharmacologic treatment for patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction?
What is the recommended initial pharmacologic treatment for patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction?
What is the target international normalized ratio (INR) range for patients receiving warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation?
What is the target international normalized ratio (INR) range for patients receiving warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation?
Which of the following is a common side effect of statin therapy in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which of the following is a common side effect of statin therapy in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is the recommended blood pressure target for patients with diabetes and hypertension according to current guidelines?
What is the recommended blood pressure target for patients with diabetes and hypertension according to current guidelines?
Which class of medications is recommended as first-line therapy for the management of stable angina in patients with coronary artery disease?
Which class of medications is recommended as first-line therapy for the management of stable angina in patients with coronary artery disease?
Which of the following is a common side effect of beta-blockers in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which of the following is a common side effect of beta-blockers in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
What is the recommended first-line medication for rate control in patients with atrial fibrillation and heart failure?
What is the recommended first-line medication for rate control in patients with atrial fibrillation and heart failure?
Which lipid-lowering agent is associated with an increased risk of new-onset diabetes mellitus?
Which lipid-lowering agent is associated with an increased risk of new-onset diabetes mellitus?
Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
What is the recommended target international normalized ratio (INR) range for patients receiving warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation?
What is the recommended target international normalized ratio (INR) range for patients receiving warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation?
What is the primary goal of anticoagulant therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation?
What is the primary goal of anticoagulant therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation?
Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which lipid-lowering agent is known to increase the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which lipid-lowering agent is known to increase the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
What is the recommended first-line medication for patients with hypertension and chronic kidney disease?
What is the recommended first-line medication for patients with hypertension and chronic kidney disease?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
Which lipid-lowering agent is known to increase the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which lipid-lowering agent is known to increase the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
What is the recommended blood pressure target for patients with diabetes and hypertension according to current guidelines?
What is the recommended blood pressure target for patients with diabetes and hypertension according to current guidelines?
Which of the following is a common hematologic disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells?
Which of the following is a common hematologic disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hemophilia A?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hemophilia A?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hemophilia A?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hemophilia A?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
Which of the following is a common hematologic disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells?
Which of the following is a common hematologic disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells?
Which of the following is a common hematologic disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells?
Which of the following is a common hematologic disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hemophilia B?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hemophilia B?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
Which lipid-lowering agent is associated with an increased risk of new-onset diabetes mellitus?
Which lipid-lowering agent is associated with an increased risk of new-onset diabetes mellitus?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
Which of the following is a common side effect of statin therapy in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
Which of the following is a common side effect of statin therapy in patients with cardiovascular diseases?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is the recommended first-line anticoagulant for stroke prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is a common hematologic disorder characterized by a decrease in the number of red blood cells?
What is a common hematologic disorder characterized by a decrease in the number of red blood cells?
Which class of medications is recommended as first-line therapy for the management of stable angina in patients with coronary artery disease?
Which class of medications is recommended as first-line therapy for the management of stable angina in patients with coronary artery disease?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
What is the primary goal of treatment in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
