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Which lipoprotein is known as the 'good cholesterol'?
Which lipoprotein is known as the 'good cholesterol'?
- Triglycerides
- VLDL
- HDL (correct)
- LDL
What is the term for injury to muscle tissue that can be caused by HMG-CoA Inhibitors?
What is the term for injury to muscle tissue that can be caused by HMG-CoA Inhibitors?
- Rhabdomyolysis (correct)
- Cataracts
- Hepatotoxicity
- Myocardial infarction
Why are pediatric patients a growing concern for cholesterol screening?
Why are pediatric patients a growing concern for cholesterol screening?
- They have naturally high HDL levels
- The risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) at a young age (correct)
- They consume more dietary cholesterol
- They are more prone to hepatotoxicity
Which drug is classified as a bile acid sequestrant for reducing LDL cholesterol?
Which drug is classified as a bile acid sequestrant for reducing LDL cholesterol?
What is the current approach for managing dyslipidemia in patients, according to the information provided?
What is the current approach for managing dyslipidemia in patients, according to the information provided?
Which lipid source is considered essential and a component of cell membranes?
Which lipid source is considered essential and a component of cell membranes?
What is the contraindication for the use of Low Molecular Weight Heparins like enoxaparin?
What is the contraindication for the use of Low Molecular Weight Heparins like enoxaparin?
What is the overdose treatment for warfarin, an oral anticoagulant?
What is the overdose treatment for warfarin, an oral anticoagulant?
Which of the following is characteristic of the Newer anticoagulants like rivaroxaban and dabigatran?
Which of the following is characteristic of the Newer anticoagulants like rivaroxaban and dabigatran?
Which drug prevents MI, stroke, and suppresses platelet formation in arteries?
Which drug prevents MI, stroke, and suppresses platelet formation in arteries?
What is the function of thrombolytic drugs like alteplase (tPA)?
What is the function of thrombolytic drugs like alteplase (tPA)?
In hematopoietic disorders, what is the function of erythropoietin and granulocyte colony-stimulating factor?
In hematopoietic disorders, what is the function of erythropoietin and granulocyte colony-stimulating factor?
What is a common side effect of the anti-platelet drug aspirin?
What is a common side effect of the anti-platelet drug aspirin?
'Direct Factor Xa inhibitor: rivaroxaban' belongs to which class of medications?
'Direct Factor Xa inhibitor: rivaroxaban' belongs to which class of medications?
What is the primary mechanism of action of fibrates?
What is the primary mechanism of action of fibrates?
Which drug is a PCSK9 inhibitor that significantly lowers LDL levels?
Which drug is a PCSK9 inhibitor that significantly lowers LDL levels?
What is the main function of niacin (nicotinic acid) in lipid management?
What is the main function of niacin (nicotinic acid) in lipid management?
Which drug class is known for reducing the formation of fibrin in the coagulation cascade?
Which drug class is known for reducing the formation of fibrin in the coagulation cascade?
In what way should liver function be monitored in patients taking ezetimibe as an adjunct therapy?
In what way should liver function be monitored in patients taking ezetimibe as an adjunct therapy?
Which term refers to the stopping of blood loss through clot formation?
Which term refers to the stopping of blood loss through clot formation?
