20 Questions
Which lipoprotein is known as the 'good cholesterol'?
HDL
What is the term for injury to muscle tissue that can be caused by HMG-CoA Inhibitors?
Rhabdomyolysis
Why are pediatric patients a growing concern for cholesterol screening?
The risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) at a young age
Which drug is classified as a bile acid sequestrant for reducing LDL cholesterol?
Cholestyramine
What is the current approach for managing dyslipidemia in patients, according to the information provided?
Implementing TLC along with drug therapy
Which lipid source is considered essential and a component of cell membranes?
Cholesterol
What is the contraindication for the use of Low Molecular Weight Heparins like enoxaparin?
Gastrointestinal ulcers
What is the overdose treatment for warfarin, an oral anticoagulant?
Protamine sulfate
Which of the following is characteristic of the Newer anticoagulants like rivaroxaban and dabigatran?
Lower risk for bleeding
Which drug prevents MI, stroke, and suppresses platelet formation in arteries?
Clopidogrel
What is the function of thrombolytic drugs like alteplase (tPA)?
Remove already formed thrombi
In hematopoietic disorders, what is the function of erythropoietin and granulocyte colony-stimulating factor?
Stimulate red blood cell production
What is a common side effect of the anti-platelet drug aspirin?
Hemorrhage
'Direct Factor Xa inhibitor: rivaroxaban' belongs to which class of medications?
Anticoagulants
What is the primary mechanism of action of fibrates?
Binds bile acids in the intestine
Which drug is a PCSK9 inhibitor that significantly lowers LDL levels?
Alirocumab
What is the main function of niacin (nicotinic acid) in lipid management?
Raises HDL cholesterol
Which drug class is known for reducing the formation of fibrin in the coagulation cascade?
Anticoagulants
In what way should liver function be monitored in patients taking ezetimibe as an adjunct therapy?
Watching for liver toxicity
Which term refers to the stopping of blood loss through clot formation?
Hemostasis
Learn about dyslipidemia including lipid sources like endogenous and dietary sources, cholesterol as an essential component of cell membrane, and different types of lipoproteins such as HDL, LDL, and VLDL. Understand the term Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) and the risk assessment based on the absolute risk over the next 10 years.
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