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Which of the following is the primary goal of drug therapy for angina pectoris?
Which of the following is the primary goal of drug therapy for angina pectoris?
- Relief of acute anginal attacks
- Prevention of myocardial infarction (MI) and death (correct)
- Prevention of atherosclerosis of the coronary arteries
- Promotion of vasodilation
Which type of drugs are used to decrease the risk of MI and death in angina pectoris?
Which type of drugs are used to decrease the risk of MI and death in angina pectoris?
- Organic nitrates and vasodilators
- Antihypertensive drugs and diuretics
- Cholesterol-lowering drugs and antiplatelet drugs (correct)
- Beta blockers and calcium channel blockers
Which drug has been used to treat angina since 1879, and remains the drug of choice for relieving acute anginal attacks?
Which drug has been used to treat angina since 1879, and remains the drug of choice for relieving acute anginal attacks?
- Calcium channel blockers
- Propranolol
- Nitroglycerin (correct)
- Cholesterol-lowering drugs
What is the primary mechanism of action of organic nitrates in relieving angina?
What is the primary mechanism of action of organic nitrates in relieving angina?
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What is the main effect of nitroglycerin on vascular smooth muscle (VSM)?
What is the main effect of nitroglycerin on vascular smooth muscle (VSM)?
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Study Notes
Angina Pectoris Treatment
- The primary goal of drug therapy for angina pectoris is to decrease the frequency and severity of anginal attacks, and to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction (MI) and death.
Beta Blockers and Angina Pectoris
- Beta blockers are used to decrease the risk of MI and death in angina pectoris.
Nitroglycerin and Angina Pectoris
- Nitroglycerin has been used to treat angina since 1879, and remains the drug of choice for relieving acute anginal attacks.
Mechanism of Action of Organic Nitrates
- The primary mechanism of action of organic nitrates in relieving angina is to reduce the amount of oxygen required by the heart, thereby reducing the frequency and severity of anginal attacks.
Effect of Nitroglycerin on Vascular Smooth Muscle
- The main effect of nitroglycerin on vascular smooth muscle (VSM) is to cause vasodilation, which reduces the amount of oxygen required by the heart.
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Test your knowledge of drug therapy for Angina Pectoris. Learn about the goals and types of drug therapy used to prevent myocardial infarction (MI) and myocardial ischemia.
