Cardiovascular Medications Quiz
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What is the function of GTN spray in treating angina?

  • It reduces blood pressure
  • It widens blood vessels to increase blood and oxygen flow to the heart (correct)
  • It prevents blood clots from developing
  • It controls heart rhythm
  • Which type of arrhythmia is the most common and can cause stroke and heart failure?

  • Bradycardia
  • Tachycardia
  • Ventricular fibrillation
  • Atrial fibrillation (correct)
  • What is the function of Digoxin in treating arrhythmias?

  • It prevents blood clots from developing
  • It reduces blood pressure
  • It increases the force of myocardial contraction and reduces conductivity within the AV node (correct)
  • It widens blood vessels to increase blood and oxygen flow to the heart
  • What is the main reason for using drugs in hyperlipidemia?

    <p>To prevent premature atherosclerosis development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cholesterol-lowering medication is more effective than other lipid-regulating drugs at lowering LDL-cholesterol concentration?

    <p>Statins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of medication is recommended for diabetics with a high cardiovascular risk in whom diet and lifestyle modification are not enough?

    <p>Fibrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication can cause hyperglycemia and may be associated with the development of diabetes mellitus?

    <p>Statins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of medication can cause a deterioration in renal function?

    <p>Fibrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication can be used to reduce the risk of acute pancreatitis in those with very high serum triglyceride levels?

    <p>Fibrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is recommended for all patients with a total cholesterol:HDL-cholesterol ratio > 8 and those with familial hypercholesterolemia?

    <p>Statins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication should be introduced as a second agent after a statin or as monotherapy in those who have established statin intolerance?

    <p>Fibrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Test your knowledge on cardiovascular medications with this quiz! Learn about the functions of different medications in treating angina, arrhythmias, hyperlipidemia, and more.

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