Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Aorta
B)  Coronary arteries
C)  Pulmonary arteries
D)  Vena cavaeE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 3

Which of the following is not a form of angina?

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A)  Variant
B)  Respiratory
C)  Classic
D)  UnstableE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Questran
B)  Niacin
C)  Mevacor
D)  LopidE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 5

One annoying side effect of some niacin formulations is:

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A)  Cramping
B)  Diarrhea
C)  Flushing
D)  Excessive urinationE) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

High blood pressure can be caused by:

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A)  Increased peripheral resistance
B)  Vasodilation
C)  Excess angiotensin II
D)  A and CE) None of the above
F) C) and D) D

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Kidney
B)  Liver
C)  Lungs
D)  PancreasE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Simvastatin
B)  Gemfibrozil
C)  Pravastatin
D)  CholestyramineE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Endocarcium
B)  Epicardium
C)  Myocardium
D)  PericardiumE) B) and D)
F) A) and B) D

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Aorta
B)  Coronary arteries
C)  Pulmonary arteries
D)  Carotid arteriesE) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following is not a statin?

Accepted Answer

A)  Zocor
B)  Pravachol
C)  Zetia
D)  LipitorE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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 CE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Translingual spray
B)  Sublingual tablets
C)  Transdermal patch
D)  Solution for injectionE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

The most prescribed antianginal agent is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Nitroglycerin (NTG) 
B)  Digoxin
C)  Furosemide
D)  DiltiazemE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Lanoxin
B)  Lipitor
C)  Zebeta
D)  aspirinE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Angina (chest pain)  is caused by:

Accepted Answer

A)  Lack of blood flow to the brain
B)  Lack of blood flow to the coronary muscle
C)  Low iron levels
D)  A and BE) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Thiazide diuretic
B)  Beta-blocker
C)  ACE inhibitor
D)  ARBE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 18: Therapeutic Agents for the Cardiovascular System

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

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

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Which of the following is not a form of angina?

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

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One annoying side effect of some niacin formulations is:

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High blood pressure can be caused by:

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

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

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

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

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

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Which of the following is not a statin?

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

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

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

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

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The most prescribed antianginal agent is:

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

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Angina (chest pain) is caused by:

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

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