20 Questions
Which medication is used for hypertension and congestive heart failure (CHF) and inhibits sodium absorption?
MRAs
What is the suffix commonly found in MRAs?
-none
How do loop diuretics work in the body?
Inhibit sodium and chloride reabsorption
Which medication should be avoided in patients with asthma and COPD, diabetes, advanced heart failure, and hypotension?
Beta Blockers
What is the mode of action of calcium channel blockers?
Blocking the flow of calcium in the vascular system
Which medication slows the heart rate by increasing the force of contraction?
Digoxin
Which medication should be avoided in patients with lactation, hepatic issues, geriatric patients, and in combination with beta blockers and systolic heart failure?
Calcium Channel Blockers
Which medication decreases the sinus node?
Amiodarone
Which medications should be used as a second-line treatment?
Digoxin
Which medications have cautions for geriatric and hepatic patients?
All of the above
Which medication suffix is associated with ACE inhibitors?
-pril
What is the mode of action for Sartans?
Selectively inhibits Angiotensin II
Which medication suffix is associated with Thiazide Diuretics?
-thiazide
What is the mode of action for Calcium Channel Blockers?
Blocks the flow of calcium in the bloodstream
Which medication suffix is associated with Statins?
-statin
What is the mode of action for Ezetimibe?
Stop the absorption of cholesterol into the body
Which medication suffix is associated with Beta Blockers?
-olol
What is the mode of action for Beta Blockers?
Decreases the left ventricle work and O2 demand
Which medication is safe to add if the initial medication for hypertension isn't working well enough?
Thiazide Diuretics
What caution should be taken when prescribing Calcium Channel Blockers?
Avoid in Beta Blocks
Test your knowledge on hypertension medication with this quiz! Learn about ACE inhibitors and Sartans, their uses, mode of action, and important cautions to consider. Perfect for healthcare professionals and anyone interested in heart health.
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