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Which of the following Beta-receptor Blockers has peripheral alpha-1 receptor blockade activity?
Carvedilol
What is the primary mechanism of action of Central Alfa-2-receptor Agonists?
Stimulating alpha 2-adrenergic receptors in the CNS
What is the key side effect of Direct Vasodilators?
Tachycardia
What is the primary mechanism of action of Alfa-receptor Antagonists?
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Which of the following Beta-receptor Blockers is administered in an IV solution?
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What is the key side effect of Beta-receptor Blockers?
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What percentage of patients with Type I diabetes are likely to develop diabetic nephropathy?
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What is the main goal in the management of patients with CKD Stages G1-3?
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What is the mechanism of kidney protection by SGLT2 inhibitors?
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What is the primary cause of End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) in adults?
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What is the hallmark of diabetic nephropathy?
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What is the target blood pressure goal for patients with CKD according to KDIGO 2021 guidelines?
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What is the role of Finerenone in the management of diabetic kidney disease?
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What is the prevalence of hypertension in patients with CKD Stage 3?
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What is the non-pharmacological approach to managing hypertension in CKD?
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What is the role of ACEIs or ARBs in the management of diabetic kidney disease?
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What is the normal level of serum globulins in a healthy individual?
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What is the primary goal of managing glomerulonephritis?
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What is the definition of nephrotic range proteinuria based on a urine dipstick test?
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What is the first-line treatment for hypertension in glomerulonephritis?
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What is the typical presentation of gross hematuria?
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What is the treatment for severe proteinuria in glomerulonephritis?
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What is the mechanism of action of the substance that lowers serum potassium levels?
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What is the primary issue with the body's buffering system in CKD?
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What is the typical presentation of metabolic acidosis on a BMP?
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Why is it important to avoid formulations containing potassium in the management of metabolic acidosis?
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What is the typical frequency of BMP monitoring in CKD 4 and 5?
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What is a long-term complication of CKD in pediatric patients?
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What is the third most common cause of renal failure in adults?
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What is the main function of the glomerulus?
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What is the role of the glomerular basement membrane?
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What is the normal range for protein in a urinalysis test?
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