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What is a potential adverse effect of using the described drug class during pregnancy?
What is a potential adverse effect of using the described drug class during pregnancy?
- Hypotension (correct)
- Angioedema
- Bradycardia
- Cough
Which adverse effect is less common with the described drug class compared to ACE inhibitors?
Which adverse effect is less common with the described drug class compared to ACE inhibitors?
- Renal toxicity
- Hyperkalemia
- Hypokalemia
- Cough (correct)
What is a similarity between the adverse effects of the described drug class and ACE inhibitors?
What is a similarity between the adverse effects of the described drug class and ACE inhibitors?
- Bradycardia
- Hypertension
- Pulmonary toxicity
- Risk of angioedema (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of diuretics in managing hypertension?
What is the mechanism of action of diuretics in managing hypertension?
How do sympathoplegics contribute to managing hypertension?
How do sympathoplegics contribute to managing hypertension?
Why are combinations of two or more antihypertensive drugs often used for treatment?
Why are combinations of two or more antihypertensive drugs often used for treatment?
Which of the following statements about ACE Inhibitors is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about ACE Inhibitors is FALSE?
What is the main therapeutic use of ACE Inhibitors?
What is the main therapeutic use of ACE Inhibitors?
Which of the following is a unique pharmacologic property of Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) compared to ACE Inhibitors?
Which of the following is a unique pharmacologic property of Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) compared to ACE Inhibitors?
Which drug class does Losartan belong to?
Which drug class does Losartan belong to?
