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What is the primary mechanism that determines blood pressure?
Which of the following is a type of cardiovascular disease characterized by elevated blood pressure?
Which condition results from reduced blood flow to the heart muscle?
Which of the following could indicate a primary concern in the management of cardiovascular disorders?
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What factor is NOT involved in affecting stroke volume?
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In terms of blood pressure regulation, what is total peripheral resistance affected by?
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What type of cardiovascular disease involves damage from rheumatic fever?
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Which cardiovascular disease involves abnormalities present at birth?
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What effect does norepinephrine (NE) have on alpha-1 receptors?
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What is the primary therapeutic use of metoprolol?
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Which hormone is cleaved to form angiotensin I by the action of renin?
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Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic use of beta blockers?
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What is the effect of norepinephrine on beta-1 receptors?
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Which substance is produced by the action of angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) on angiotensin I?
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Which of the following effects is produced by beta-1 receptor activation?
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What is the physiological trigger for renin release from the kidneys?
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What is the primary mechanism by which thiazide diuretics exert their effect?
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Which of the following is a common therapeutic use of loop diuretics?
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What type of alkalosis is associated with thiazide diuretics?
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What is the effect of thiazide diuretics on calcium excretion?
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Which of the following statements about metabolic adverse effects of thiazides is correct?
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Which adverse reaction is not commonly associated with loop diuretics?
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Which clinical condition is a direct contraindication for the use of thiazide diuretics?
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What is a potentially serious allergic reaction associated with sulfonamide loop diuretics?
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What is the primary mechanism by which ACE-inhibitors reduce peripheral resistance?
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Thiazide diuretics are a first-line treatment for which of the following conditions?
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Which suffix is characteristic of ACE-inhibitors?
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Which statement about the renal effects of thiazide diuretics is accurate?
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Which of the following conditions is NOT typically treated with ACE-inhibitors?
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What effect do ACE-inhibitors have on bradykinin levels?
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What is the consequence of decreased aldosterone secretion due to ACE-inhibitors?
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Which of the following outcomes is NOT associated with the use of ACE-inhibitors?
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What is the onset of action for subcutaneous administration of heparin?
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Which anticoagulant is a direct thrombin inhibitor?
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Which of the following anticoagulants requires monitoring of aPTT?
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What is the mechanism of action for Apixaban?
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Which reversal agent is used for Dabigatran?
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What condition is NOT treated by the therapeutic use of heparin?
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What type of atrial fibrillation is mentioned for all NOACs listed?
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What is the main pharmacological action of Direct Thrombin Inhibitors?
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Study Notes
Learning Objectives
- Understand the molecular mechanisms behind cardiovascular drugs.
- Learn routes of administration and elimination processes for these drugs.
- Identify main adverse effects associated with cardiovascular medications.
- Recognize clinically significant drug interactions.
- Recall pharmacological profiles of medications for cardiovascular disorders covered in prior studies.
Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs)
- CVDs encompass various heart and blood vessel disorders:
- Coronary heart disease affects vessels supplying the heart.
- Cerebrovascular disease concerns vessels supplying the brain.
- Peripheral arterial disease impacts vessels in limbs.
- Rheumatic heart disease results from streptococcal fever damage to heart structures.
- Congenital heart disease involves structural malformations present at birth.
- Myocardial infarction (heart attack) is caused by reduced blood flow to the heart.
- Arrhythmia indicates abnormal heartbeat patterns.
- Hypertension is characterized by elevated blood pressure.
Regulation of Blood Pressure
- Blood pressure is defined as Cardiac Output (CO) multiplied by Total Peripheral Resistance (TPR).
- Cardiac Output (CO) comprises Stroke Volume (SV) and Heart Rate (HR).
- Factors influencing SV include:
- Contractility
- Preload
- Afterload
Loop Diuretics
- Therapeutic applications include:
- Management of acute pulmonary edema and heart failure.
- Treatment of edema from renal failure or nephrotic syndrome.
- Diuresis for ascites linked to liver cirrhosis or right-sided heart failure.
- Control of hypertension and hypercalcemia.
Thiazide Diuretics
- Mechanism of action: Inhibit Na+-Cl- symporter, reducing NaCl reabsorption in the early distal convoluted tubule.
- Renal effects include increased excretion of numerous ions and decreased excretion of calcium.
- Diuretic efficacy is moderate, with maximum Na+ excretion being 5-10% of filtered load.
Thiazides: Metabolic Adverse Effects
- Can cause Hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis and may lead to hyperglycemia.
- Associated with hyperlipidemia, hyperuricemia, and hypercalcemia.
- Rare but serious effects include exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and agranulocytosis.
- Sexual dysfunction seen in up to 30% of patients after long-term use.
Beta Blockers
- Metoprolol selectively blocks beta-1 receptors, resulting in decreased heart rate and contractility.
- Clinically used for hypertension, heart failure, myocardial infarction, angina, and arrhythmias.
Inhibitors of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS)
- Begins with renal renin release triggered by blood pressure reduction, leading to formation of angiotensin I and II.
- ACE-inhibitors (e.g., Lisinopril, Enalapril) reduce angiotensin II levels, a potent vasoconstrictor, ultimately decreasing afterload and preload.
- Indicated for hypertension, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, and myocardial infarction.
Heparin and Low Molecular Weight Heparins (LMWH)
- Administered via IV or SC, with IV onset in minutes.
- Used for both preventative and therapeutic applications against thromboembolic diseases and unstable angina.
Novel Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs)
- Include Apixaban (Factor Xa inhibitor), Dabigatran (direct thrombin inhibitor), Edoxaban (Factor Xa inhibitor), and Rivaroxaban (Factor Xa inhibitor).
- Used primarily for non-valvular atrial fibrillation and post-acute coronary syndromes.
- Specific reversal agents available for each NOAC.
Direct Thrombin Inhibitors
- Bivalirudin and Argatroban work by binding thrombin's active site, inhibiting its coagulation activity.
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This quiz covers key concepts in cardiovascular pharmacology, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of various cardiovascular drugs. You'll learn about their routes of administration, adverse effects, drug interactions, and elimination processes. Test your understanding of how these drugs function and their clinical relevance.
