Drugs for Dyslipidemia: Overview and Lipid Sources
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Which lipoprotein is often referred to as the 'good cholesterol'?

  • Chylomicrons
  • HDL (correct)
  • VLDL
  • LDL

    • What is the main component of cell membranes?

  • Triglycerides
  • Phospholipids
  • Fatty Acids
  • Cholesterol (correct)

    • Which term refers to a condition where there is injury to muscle tissue?

  • Angina
  • Rhabdomyolysis (correct)
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Cataracts

    • Which drug class is also known as sequestrants?

    <p>Bile Acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the absolute risk of developing clinical coronary disease over the next 10 years?

    <p>ASCVD Risk Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is considered a prototype for HMG-CoA Inhibitors?

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

    'Terminology to Know', referring to Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, is now based on what?

    <p>'Absolute Risk' of Developing Clinical Coronary Disease over 10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes' include all but which of the following?

    <p>'No Need for Drugs'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug binds bile acids in the intestine and is excreted in the stool?

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

    What is the main action of Ezetimibe?

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

    Which drug is a vitamin that decreases LDL and increases HDL?

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

    What is the primary role of Heparin?

    <p>Supresses fibrin by inactivating thrombin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is an inhibitor used as an adjunct and may cause liver toxicity when taken with other lipid-lowering medications?

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

    Which drug significantly lowers LDL and is administered subcutaneously?

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

    What is the main adverse effect of Heparin?

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

    Which drug's primary function is to raise HDL and lower triglycerides?

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

    What is the contraindication for administering enoxaparin?

    <p>GI ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is warfarin classified in terms of its route of administration?

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

    Which medication has the risk of producing a Vitamin K deficiency?

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

    What is a common side effect of clopidogrel?

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

    Why are lab tests not needed for monitoring when administering newer anticoagulants like rivaroxaban?

    <p>They have lower risk for bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug class is used to remove thrombi that are already formed?

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

    What is the primary function of epoetin alfa in hematopoietic disorders?

    <p>Stimulates red blood cell production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main use of alteplase (tPA) as a thrombolytic agent?

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

    Which medication stimulates blood cell production by bone marrow in patients with neutropenia?

    <p>Epoetin alfa</p> Signup and view all the answers

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