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Which of the following is(are) the most widely used agent(s) for the treatment of hyperlipidemia?


A) HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors
B) Niacin
C) Bile acid sequestrants
D) B and C

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The vessel(s) responsible for supplying oxygen to the heart muscle is(are) called:


A) Aorta
B) Coronary arteries
C) Pulmonary arteries
D) Vena cavae

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Which formulation of NTG would not be appropriate for the treatment of an acute angina attack?


A) Translingual spray
B) Sublingual tablets
C) Transdermal patch
D) Solution for injection

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Which of the following is not a statin?


A) Zocor
B) Pravachol
C) Zetia
D) Lipitor

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Which of the following is not a form of angina?


A) Variant
B) Respiratory
C) Classic
D) Unstable

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The overuse of statins may be toxic to which body organ?


A) Kidney
B) Liver
C) Lungs
D) Pancreas

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Which one of the following drugs is commonly prescribed for heart failure (HF) ?


A) Lanoxin
B) Lipitor
C) Zebeta
D) aspirin

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The most prescribed antianginal agent is:


A) Nitroglycerin (NTG)
B) Digoxin
C) Furosemide
D) Diltiazem

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One annoying side effect of some niacin formulations is:


A) Cramping
B) Diarrhea
C) Flushing
D) Excessive urination

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Which one of the following is not a layer of the heart wall?


A) Endocarcium
B) Epicardium
C) Myocardium
D) Pericardium

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Angina (chest pain) is caused by:


A) Lack of blood flow to the brain
B) Lack of blood flow to the coronary muscle
C) Low iron levels
D) A and B

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The only artery(ies) that carry(ies) deoxygenated blood is(are) the:


A) Aorta
B) Coronary arteries
C) Pulmonary arteries
D) Carotid arteries

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The initial drug treatment for hypertension is typically a(n) :


A) Thiazide diuretic
B) Beta-blocker
C) ACE inhibitor
D) ARB

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Patients with hypertension should be aware of which of the following OTC products that could elevate their blood pressure?


A) Decongestants
B) Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
C) Antihistamines
D) All of the above

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Which agent primarily increases HDL cholesterol levels and lowers triglyceride levels?


A) Simvastatin
B) Gemfibrozil
C) Pravastatin
D) Cholestyramine

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High blood pressure can be caused by:


A) Increased peripheral resistance
B) Vasodilation
C) Excess angiotensin II
D) A and C

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D

Which medication binds to bile acids in the GI tract, preventing their reabsorption to lower cholesterol levels?


A) Questran
B) Niacin
C) Mevacor
D) Lopid

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Requirements for dispensing NTG sublingual (NTG SL) tablets include:


A) Placing the label on the original container to dispense
B) Protecting the tablets from heat and light
C) Placing the original container inside a plastic prescription vial, without a safety cap, and labeling this vial
D) B and C

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Which of the following statements is(are) true concerning NTG ointment?


A) NTG ointment is available in 1-, 30-, and 60-g sizes.
B) Doses are measured in Which of the following statements is(are) true concerning NTG ointment? A) NTG ointment is available in 1-, 30-, and 60-g sizes. B) Doses are measured in - to 2-inch segments, similar to toothpaste. C) NTG ointment is placed on the chest. D) All of the above are true statements. - to 2-inch segments, similar to toothpaste.
C) NTG ointment is placed on the chest.
D) All of the above are true statements.

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One benefit of selective beta-1 blockers over nonselective beta-blockers is:


A) Selective beta-1 blockers decrease blood pressure.
B) Selective beta-1 blockers constrict the bronchi.
C) Selective beta-1 blockers can be used with patients with asthma.
D) Both B and C are benefits of selective beta-1 blockers.

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