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Which medication is a renin inhibitor used for the treatment of hypertension?
Which medication is a renin inhibitor used for the treatment of hypertension?
- Clonidine
- Doxazosin
- Propranolol
- Aliskiren (correct)
Which medication is a first-generation beta blocker that blocks both beta 1 and beta 2 receptors?
Which medication is a first-generation beta blocker that blocks both beta 1 and beta 2 receptors?
- Metoprolol
- Atenolol
- Propranolol (correct)
- Labetalol
Which medication is an alpha 1 antagonist used for the treatment of hypertension and off-label for BPH and PTSD nightmares?
Which medication is an alpha 1 antagonist used for the treatment of hypertension and off-label for BPH and PTSD nightmares?
- Doxazosin (correct)
- Clonidine
- Metoprolol
- Labetalol
Which medication is a centrally acting alpha 2 agonist used for the treatment of hypertension and off-label for pain, opioid withdrawal, and ADHD?
Which medication is a centrally acting alpha 2 agonist used for the treatment of hypertension and off-label for pain, opioid withdrawal, and ADHD?
Which beta blocker is considered safer for asthmatics, diabetics, and individuals with peripheral vascular disease (PVD)?
Which beta blocker is considered safer for asthmatics, diabetics, and individuals with peripheral vascular disease (PVD)?
Which medication is contraindicated in acute renal failure and end-stage renal disease (ESRD)?
Which medication is contraindicated in acute renal failure and end-stage renal disease (ESRD)?
Which class of medication is known for the potential side effect of rebound hypertension?
Which class of medication is known for the potential side effect of rebound hypertension?
Which beta blocker has two types, tartrate, and succinate, indicated for different conditions?
Which beta blocker has two types, tartrate, and succinate, indicated for different conditions?
Which medication is indicated as the first-line treatment for hypertension during pregnancy?
Which medication is indicated as the first-line treatment for hypertension during pregnancy?
Which medication is a non-dihydropyridine and is indicated for arrhythmias?
Which medication is a non-dihydropyridine and is indicated for arrhythmias?
Which medication is considered first line for hypertension unless there is chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
Which medication is considered first line for hypertension unless there is chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
What is the primary mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors?
What is the primary mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors?
Which medication is preferred over ACE inhibitors in heart failure (HF)?
Which medication is preferred over ACE inhibitors in heart failure (HF)?
What is the main side effect associated with ACE inhibitors?
What is the main side effect associated with ACE inhibitors?
Which condition is a contraindication for the use of ACE inhibitors?
Which condition is a contraindication for the use of ACE inhibitors?
Which population should avoid the concurrent use of spironolactone or lithium with ACE inhibitors?
Which population should avoid the concurrent use of spironolactone or lithium with ACE inhibitors?
What is the main mechanism of action of ARBs?
What is the main mechanism of action of ARBs?
Which condition is a contraindication for the use of ARBs?
Which condition is a contraindication for the use of ARBs?
Which side effect is commonly associated with calcium channel blockers (CCB)?
Which side effect is commonly associated with calcium channel blockers (CCB)?
Which type of diuretic is recommended as first-line treatment for hypertension?
Which type of diuretic is recommended as first-line treatment for hypertension?
