18 Questions
What is the mechanism of action for Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs)?
Blocks access to receptors in blood vessels
Which medication is safe for asthma patients and has been proven to decrease the risk of cardiovascular mortality?
Diltiazem
Which cardiovascular medication is particularly associated with first dose hypotension, especially when used concomitantly with a diuretic?
Amlodipine
Which medication is known to cause dry, irritating, nonproductive cough due to inhibition of Kinase II?
Amlodipine
Which medication among the listed options is most commonly excreted by the kidney?
Digoxin
Which medication is often associated with adverse effects such as dizziness, muscle cramps or weakness, heartburn, and diarrhea?
Diltiazem
Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of the ACE inhibitor captopril?
Drowsiness
Which of the following is the LEAST likely to cause cough as a side effect compared to other ACE inhibitors?
Aliskiren
Which of the following antihypertensive drug classes is associated with the highest risk of hyperkalemia?
Aldosterone antagonists
Which of the following antihypertensive drugs is associated with the highest risk of rebound hypertension if stopped abruptly?
Captopril
Which of the following antihypertensive drug classes is typically used for patients with diabetes to prevent diabetic nephropathy?
Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
Which of the following antihypertensive drugs is associated with the highest risk of angioedema?
Lisinopril
Which calcium channel blocker is associated with postural hypotension and reflex tachycardia?
Nifedipine
Which medication acts fast and is used in the emergency room for hypertensive emergencies?
Nitroprusside
Which of the following is NOT a common adverse effect of calcium channel blockers?
Constipation
Which medication is used less frequently now because it has not been proven to prolong life?
Digoxin
Which class of medications includes verapamil?
Class IV - Calcium channel blockers
Which calcium channel blocker affects the heart more than the others mentioned?
Verapamil
Learn about the mechanism of action of Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs) in the context of hyperkalemia. Understand how CCBs prevent calcium from entering cells, particularly in the heart and blood vessels, resulting in decreased heart rate and myocardial contraction. Explore the therapeutic uses of CCBs in treating conditions like hypertension, angina pectoris, dysrhythmias, and possibly migraines.
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