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What is the main complication associated with ACE inhibitors (PRILS)?
What is the main complication associated with ACE inhibitors (PRILS)?
- Hypotension (correct)
- Hyperuricemia
- Hyperglycemia
- Hyperthyroidism
Which of the following is a common side effect of ARBs (sartans)?
Which of the following is a common side effect of ARBs (sartans)?
- Facial edema (correct)
- Bradycardia
- Dry cough
- Rebound hypertension
What is the main risk associated with beta blockers (olols) in asthmatic patients?
What is the main risk associated with beta blockers (olols) in asthmatic patients?
- Hyperkalemia
- Hypoglycemia
- Bronchoconstriction (correct)
- Tachycardia
What is the main complication associated with centrally acting antihypertensive drugs (e.g. clonidine)?
What is the main complication associated with centrally acting antihypertensive drugs (e.g. clonidine)?
What is the main complication associated with hydralazine or nitroprusside?
What is the main complication associated with hydralazine or nitroprusside?
What is the fastest route of administration for nitrates?
What is the fastest route of administration for nitrates?
Which of the following is a complication associated with statin medications?
Which of the following is a complication associated with statin medications?
What is the purpose of adding a fibrate medication to a statin medication?
What is the purpose of adding a fibrate medication to a statin medication?
Which of the following is a side effect of loop diuretics like furosemide?
Which of the following is a side effect of loop diuretics like furosemide?
What is the purpose of using a potassium-sparing diuretic with a loop or thiazide diuretic?
What is the purpose of using a potassium-sparing diuretic with a loop or thiazide diuretic?
What is the primary effect of the drug digoxin on cardiac function?
What is the primary effect of the drug digoxin on cardiac function?
