16 Questions
Which of the following is not mentioned as a drug associated with hypertension?
Caffeine
What is the most commonly diagnosed chronic condition in the US?
Hypertension
Which racial group is disproportionately affected by hypertension?
African-Americans
What is NOT listed as a target organ for hypertension-related damage?
Liver
Why do we care about treating hypertension?
It is directly related to cardiovascular mortality
What lifestyle modification is recommended to reduce systolic blood pressure (SBP)?
$Body mass index 18.5 - 24
Which lifestyle change is recommended for lowering blood pressure?
Low fat dairy and fruits
What is the recommended sodium restriction for blood pressure management?
Less than 2.4g sodium/day
Which factor is NOT part of the pathophysiology of hypertension?
Thyroid function
What is the target blood pressure for patients aged 60 years or older?
140/90 mmHg
Which drug is considered the DOC (drug of choice) for patients with renal insufficiency?
Fenoldopam
What is the goal for reducing blood pressure in hypertensive urgency?
Reduce BP to 160/100 mmHg over several hours to days
What type of angina is characterized by angina at rest that usually lasts more than 20 minutes?
Unstable angina
What does ST-elevation on ECG indicate in acute coronary syndrome?
Injury
Which factor is a modifiable risk factor for acute coronary syndrome?
Smoking
What type of drug is Fenoldopam?
Dopamine-1 agonist
Test your knowledge of hypertension and drugs associated with it in this Pharmacology 2 Lab finals quiz. Learn about the prevalence of hypertension in the US, its impact on different ethnicities, and the drugs associated with hypertension, such as alcohol, amphetamines, corticosteroids, and more.
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