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Cardiovascular Drugs Therapy Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following drugs would be appropriate to prevent delayed cerebral ischemia in a patient with blood in the subarachnoid space?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verapamil is the correct choice as it is a calcium channel blocker that can help prevent cerebral vasospasm, reducing the risk of delayed cerebral ischemia in subarachnoid hemorrhage. Verapamil works by dilating blood vessels, improving blood flow to the brain. Isosorbide mononitrate (B) is a nitrate used for angina, not specifically for cerebral ischemia. Propranolol (C) is a beta-blocker and Dobutamine (D) is a positive inotrope that are not directly indicated for preventing cerebral ischemia in this context.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is used to lower blood lipid levels?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
While treating a CHF patient with cardiac glycoside, one notices that the patient's resting heart rate, which previously had been 86/min is now 40/min. This would
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
The client has a condition for which a beta agonist has been ordered. What condition might this be?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The client is taking a glycoprotein IIB/IIIA receptor antagonist for the prevention of stroke. What drug is the client likely taking?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.