Cardiovascular Pharmacology Quiz
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What is the primary action of lidocaine in treating cardiac dysrhythmias?

  • Shortens the repolarization phase (correct)
  • Increases cardiac output
  • Enhances automaticity
  • Decreases heart rate

    • Which adverse effect is most commonly associated with propranolol?

  • Tinnitus
  • Respiratory depression
  • Visual impairment
  • Fatigue (correct)

    • What is a significant contraindication for the use of lidocaine?

  • Diabetes
  • Second-degree heart block (correct)
  • Hypertension
  • Asthma

    • What is a black box warning associated with propranolol?

    <p>Exacerbation of cardiac ischemia upon abrupt discontinuation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is utilized for the maintenance of sinus rhythm and is both a potassium and beta blocker?

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

    What should be monitored in patients taking sotalol?

    <p>Cardiac rhythm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of Dofetilide?

    <p>Blocks calcium channels in the heart's SA and AV nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common side effect associated with Dofetilide?

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

    What is the onset time for amiodarone to take effect?

    <p>2-3 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adverse effect is associated with amiodarone?

    <p>Cardiogenic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition is Dofetilide contraindicated?

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

    What monitoring is essential when administering Dofetilide?

    <p>Blood pressure and heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the effect of Dofetilide last after administration?

    <p>Up to 6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary use of Nifedipine?

    <p>Stable angina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for Digoxin?

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

    What should be monitored closely when administering Sacubitril/Valsartan?

    <p>Blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does Nifedipine have on heart rate?

    <p>Does not affect heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an adverse effect of Digoxin?

    <p>Visual changes like yellow-green halos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which population is contraindicated for Sacubitril/Valsartan?

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

    What nursing consideration is important for Nifedipine?

    <p>Avoid grapefruit juice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of Angiotensin Receptor-Neprilysin Inhibitors on the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?

    <p>Blocks release of aldosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary uses of Rivaroxaban?

    <p>Treatment of venous thromboembolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of Clopidogrel?

    <p>Inhibiting platelet aggregation by blocking the ADP receptor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key contraindication for the use of Protamine sulfate?

    <p>Active bleeding conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which use of Tranexamic acid is indicated?

    <p>Preventing bleeding during tooth extraction in hemophilia patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse effect of Clopidogrel?

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

    What is the primary use of Heparin?

    <p>Preventing DVT and pulmonary embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main action of Warfarin?

    <p>Inhibits vitamin K synthesis for clotting factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What common adverse effect is associated with Enoxaparin?

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

    Which of the following is a contraindication for using Dabigatran?

    <p>Presence of hemodialysis patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the antidote for excessive bleeding caused by Warfarin?

    <p>Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nursing consideration is crucial when administering Heparin?

    <p>Monitor potassium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse effect of Dabigatran?

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

    When should Warfarin be taken to maximize absorption?

    <p>On an empty stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of ipratropium?

    <p>Blocks muscarinic acetylcholine receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for using beclomethasone?

    <p>Recent nasal surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse effect associated with montelukast?

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

    How is ibuprofen primarily categorized?

    <p>NSAID (Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pharmacokinetic property of beclomethasone regarding its peak effect?

    <p>Peaks in 1-2 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What adverse effect is specifically noted as a black box warning for montelukast?

    <p>Neuropsychiatric events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used for the treatment of bronchoconstriction?

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

    What is a nursing consideration for administering beclomethasone?

    <p>Rinse mouth after use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of cetirizine?

    <p>Competes with histamine for binding to receptor sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common adverse effect of fexofenadine?

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

    Why should cetirizine be discontinued at least 4 days before allergy testing?

    <p>It can interfere with the test results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is indicated for the treatment of bronchospasm in asthma?

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

    What is a contraindication for the use of albuterol?

    <p>Coronary artery disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key pharmacokinetic characteristic of fexofenadine?

    <p>95% of unchanged drug is excreted in bile and urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of medication is formoterol?

    <p>Long-acting bronchodilator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about cetirizine is true?

    <p>It does not cross the blood-brain barrier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of excretion for Ampicillin?

    <p>Excreted in the urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contraindication for using Ketorolac?

    <p>History of gastrointestinal bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adverse effect is associated with Aminoglycosides?

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

    What is one of the primary uses for Ampicillin?

    <p>Broad spectrum bacterial infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity?

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

    What is a common general adverse effect of medications listed?

    <p>Dry mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is primarily used for pain relief?

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

    What is one of the adverse effects of Ampicillin?

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

    Which of the following is an important assessment when monitoring a patient on gabapentin?

    <p>Check WBC count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant drug interaction with carbidopa-levodopa?

    <p>Monoamine oxidase inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is associated with oxybutinin use?

    <p>Blurred vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nursing consideration is important for a patient taking oxybutinin?

    <p>Assess for urinary retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dietary consideration should be taken into account when administering carbidopa-levodopa?

    <p>Do not take with iron supplements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the adverse effects of prednisone?

    <p>Moon face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of action for rapid-acting insulin (Apidra)?

    <p>3–5 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an adverse effect of metformin?

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

    What abnormality is associated with the use of phenytoin?

    <p>Gingival hyperplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action should be avoided when taking levetiracetam?

    <p>Operating heavy machinery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the peak time for short-acting insulin (Humulin R)?

    <p>4–10 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication can delay wound healing by increasing blood sugar levels?

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

    What is a consideration for patients taking phenytoin?

    <p>Oral contraceptive effectiveness may be reduced</p> Signup and view all the answers

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