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Which of the following drugs is recommended for hypertension treatment using nephron drugs?
Which of the following drugs is recommended for hypertension treatment using nephron drugs?
Which of the following drugs would be relatively contraindicated in heart failure patients?
Which of the following drugs would be relatively contraindicated in heart failure patients?
Which of the following is NOT caused by thiazides?
Which of the following is NOT caused by thiazides?
Which laboratory parameter should be monitored regularly in patients receiving aldosterone antagonists as part of their heart failure therapy?
Which laboratory parameter should be monitored regularly in patients receiving aldosterone antagonists as part of their heart failure therapy?
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In patients with heart failure, what is the primary goal of treatment with beta-blockers?
In patients with heart failure, what is the primary goal of treatment with beta-blockers?
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Which class of antihypertensive medications is commonly considered as a first-line treatment for hypertension in most patients due to its proven efficacy and tolerability?
Which class of antihypertensive medications is commonly considered as a first-line treatment for hypertension in most patients due to its proven efficacy and tolerability?
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Which of the following drugs is commonly used to treat hypertension by blocking the action of angiotensin II?
Which of the following drugs is commonly used to treat hypertension by blocking the action of angiotensin II?
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A patient with hypertension is prescribed an ACE inhibitor. What potential side effect should be monitored, especially in the initial weeks of therapy?
A patient with hypertension is prescribed an ACE inhibitor. What potential side effect should be monitored, especially in the initial weeks of therapy?
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Which medication is typically used as first-line therapy for the acute treatment of angina pectoris to relieve chest pain?
Which medication is typically used as first-line therapy for the acute treatment of angina pectoris to relieve chest pain?
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A patient with a recent myocardial infarction is prescribed a medication to reduce the risk of further cardiovascular events. Which drug is recommended for secondary prevention in this scenario?
A patient with a recent myocardial infarction is prescribed a medication to reduce the risk of further cardiovascular events. Which drug is recommended for secondary prevention in this scenario?
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Which class of medications is commonly used as a first-line therapy for the management of stable angina and can be taken prophylactically to prevent angina episodes?
Which class of medications is commonly used as a first-line therapy for the management of stable angina and can be taken prophylactically to prevent angina episodes?
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Which drug is suitable for treating hypertension?
Which drug is suitable for treating hypertension?
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Which drug is NOT indicated for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease?
Which drug is NOT indicated for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease?
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Which drug class is NOT used first-line for blood pressure due to risk of stroke AND diabetes?
Which drug class is NOT used first-line for blood pressure due to risk of stroke AND diabetes?
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What is the INR target range for a patient taking warfarin for non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
What is the INR target range for a patient taking warfarin for non-valvular atrial fibrillation?
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