Cardiovascular Medications Quiz
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Which of the following best describes the role of cholesterol in the body?

  • Crucial for cell membrane structure and function (correct)
  • A non-essential component of cell membranes
  • Primarily found in VLDL lipoproteins
  • Mainly derived from dietary sources

    • What is the term used to describe the absolute risk of developing clinical coronary disease over the next 10 years?

  • LDL
  • VLDL
  • ASCVD (correct)
  • HDL

    • Why are pediatric patients becoming an increasing focus for cholesterol screening?

  • To address growing concerns about cholesterol levels (correct)
  • To determine their exercise capacity
  • To promote smoking cessation in young individuals
  • To assess their dietary habits

    • What is the primary approach in managing dyslipidemia according to the text?

    <p>Utilizing Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) alongside drug therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about cholesterol-lowering therapy is true based on the text?

    <p>Patients benefit from cholesterol-lowering therapy even without lab value improvements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What class of drugs do HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors belong to?

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

    What is the prototype drug for HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors mentioned in the text?

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

    What is emphasized in the management of dyslipidemia as per the text?

    <p>Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) alongside medication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are specific cholesterol goals no longer targeted in patients with dyslipidemia according to the text?

    <p>Patients benefit from cholesterol-lowering therapy even if lab values don't improve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary adverse effect of enoxaparin?

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

    Which drug is an oral anticoagulant suitable for home use?

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

    What is the main side effect of clopidogrel?

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

    Which medication is commonly used to prevent MI and stroke?

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

    Which drug class suppresses platelet formation in arteries?

    <p>Antiplatelet Drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factors (Filgrastim)?

    <p>Prevent infections in neutropenia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Iron Deficiency Anemia typically treated?

    <p>Treated with iron supplements like ferrous sulfate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication class is commonly used to manage dyslipidemia?

    <p>HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of Thrombolytics/Fibrinolytics?

    <p>Remove thrombi that are already formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action for HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)?

    <p>Inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is the rate-limiting step in cholesterol synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following adverse effects is most commonly associated with statin therapy?

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

    How do bile acid sequestrants work to lower cholesterol levels?

    <p>They bind to bile acids in the intestine, preventing their reabsorption and leading to increased cholesterol excretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key advantage of using a PCSK9 inhibitor for cholesterol management?

    <p>It significantly lowers LDL cholesterol levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of niacin (nicotinic acid) in the management of dyslipidemia?

    <p>It decreases LDL cholesterol and increases HDL cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key consideration when using niacin in combination with other lipid-lowering medications?

    <p>Increased risk of liver toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the information provided, which of the following is a key characteristic of fibric acid derivatives (fibrates)?

    <p>They decrease triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action for the cholesterol absorption inhibitor ezetimibe?

    <p>It inhibits the absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key advantage of using low molecular weight heparins (LMWHs) over unfractionated heparin for anticoagulation?

    <p>LMWHs have a lower risk of adverse effects such as heparin-induced thrombocytopenia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the information provided, what is the primary function of the coagulation cascade?

    <p>To increase the production of fibrinogen and promote clot formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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