Pharmacotherapy I: Heart Failure
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What is the primary reason for A.J.'s admission to the hospital?

  • To investigate his symptoms of shortness of breath and weight gain (correct)
  • To treat his osteoarthritis
  • To monitor his depression
  • To manage his hypertension
  • What is the significance of A.J.'s orthopnea?

  • It is a sign of his heartburn
  • It is a manifestation of left ventricular failure (correct)
  • It is a side effect of his medication for osteoarthritis
  • It is a symptom of his depression
  • What is the likely explanation for A.J.'s hepatojugular reflux?

  • Chronic liver disease
  • Left heart failure
  • Portal hypertension
  • Right heart failure (correct)
  • What is the primary reason for the higher prevalence of heart failure in the Middle East compared to international averages?

    <p>Valvular heart disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely cause of A.J.'s cyanosis?

    <p>Cardiac failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of A.J.'s S3 gallop?

    <p>It is a sign of cardiac failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of congested heart failure?

    <p>Symptoms of congestion and edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of heart failure in the Middle East?

    <p>Ischemic heart disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between HFrEF and HFpEF?

    <p>Systolic vs. diastolic dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of heart failure in terms of ventricular function?

    <p>Both reduced ability of the ventricles to be filled with and eject blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

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