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Cardiovascular Drugs NCLEX Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Tick the unwanted effects of intravenous acyclovir infusion:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because intravenous acyclovir can cause renal insufficiency due to its nephrotoxic effects. Tremors and delirium are not typically associated with acyclovir. Choice B includes common side effects like rash, diarrhea, and nausea that are not considered unwanted effects. Choice C includes neuropathy and abdominal pain, which are not common unwanted effects of acyclovir infusion. Choice D includes anemia, neutropenia, nausea, and insomnia, which are not typically associated with acyclovir infusion.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following drugs given chronically would be most likely to contribute to a decreased risk of further stroke in the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Lovastatin. Lovastatin is a statin drug that helps lower cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of atherosclerosis and subsequent stroke. It has been shown to decrease the risk of future stroke events. Isosorbide mononitrate (A) is a vasodilator used for angina, not stroke prevention. Furosemide (B) is a diuretic used for heart failure and hypertension, not for stroke prevention. Esmolol (D) is a beta-blocker used for heart rate control, not for stroke prevention.
Question 3 of 5
A 54-year-old woman with severe hypercholesterolemia is to be treated with a combination of niacin and atorvastatin. With this drug combination, it is important that the patient be monitored closely for signs of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Select the organic nitrate which undergoes minimal first-pass metabolism in the liver
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
There is no rationale of giving digitoxin parenterally because
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.