Cardio 2

Question 1

______is an important counseling point for Imdur.
A. Swallow whole or halved, do not crush or chew.
B. Patient should avoid prolonged sunlight while on this medication.
C. Must be taken with food to improve absorption.
D. Normal dosing is to take two or three times per day.

Answer 1

A. Swallow whole or halved, do not crush or chew.

Question 2

Nitroglycerin belongs to which of the following drug classes:
 A.  Diuretic 
 B.  Antianginal 
 C.  Anticoagulant 
 D.  Antihyperlipidemic

Answer 2

B. Antianginal

Question 3

______is an important counseling point for warfarin.
A. Monitor for signs and symptoms of unusual bleeding.
B. Avoid alcohol and aspirin containing products.
C. Do not exceed prescribed dose.
D. All of the above.

Answer 3

D. All of the above.

Question 4

Isosorbide mononitrate

Answer 4

Imdur

Question 5

Dipyridamole/aspirin

Answer 5

Aggrenox

Question 6

Warfarin

Answer 6

Coumadin

Question 7

Nitroglycerin

Answer 7

Nitrostat

Question 8

When dispensing nitroglycerin SL tablets, it is important to counsel the patient about the following:
A. Must take with food for improved absorption.
B. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking tablet.
C. Ensure that patient places the tablets in a pill box to improve compliance.
D. Tablets should taste bitter with a tingling sensation.

Answer 8

D. Tablets should taste bitter with a tingling sensation.

Question 9

Ezetimibe

Answer 9

Zetia

Question 10

Simvastatin

Answer 10

Zocor

Question 11

Clopidogrel

Answer 11

Plavix

Question 12

Rosuvastatin

Answer 12

Crestor

Question 13

What is the maximum number of nitroglycerin tablets that can be taken in 15 minutes?
 A.  1 	
 B.  3 	
 C.  5 	
 D.  10

Answer 13

B. 3

Question 14

Aggrenox belongs to which of the following drug classes:
 A.  Diuretic 
 B.  Antihyperlipdiemic 
 C.  Antianginal 
 D.  Antiplatelet

Answer 14

D. Antiplatelet

Question 15

Bumetanide

Answer 15

Bumex

Question 16

Furosemide

Answer 16

Lasix

Question 17

Metolazone

Answer 17

Zaroxolyn

Question 18

Hydrocholorthiazide

Answer 18

Microzide

Question 19

What is an important counseling point for Aggrenox?
A. Capsules may be chewed or crushed.
B. Typical dosing is once daily.
C. Mild headaches may occur when starting the medication
D. Dark stools and unusual bruising are common side effects.

Answer 19

C. Mild headaches may occur when starting the medication

Question 20

Spironolactone should be avoided in patients allergic to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
 A.  Penicillins 
 B.  Sulfonamides 
 C.  Opioids 
 D.  Thiazide diuretics

Answer 20

B. Sulfonamides

Question 21

What is an important counseling point for Plavix?
A. Do not take OTC Omeprazole without consulting your physician
B. Must be taken with food for better absorption.
C. Plavix is contraindicated in pregnancy.
D. Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is common.

Answer 21

A. Do not take OTC Omeprazole without consulting your physician

Question 22

Warfarin is contraindicated in which patient population?
 A.  Asthma 
 B.  Diabetic 
 C.  Elderly 
 D.  Pregnant

Answer 22

D. Pregnant

Question 23

_______is true about enteric coated aspirin
A. Delayed dissolution until tablet reaches the small intestines.
B. Will not cause bleeding as severe as regular aspirin.
C. Easier to swallow and indicated in children with flu-like symptoms.
D. Safe and effective in pregnancy because it is a lower strength.

Answer 23

A. Delayed dissolution until tablet reaches the small intestines.

Question 24

Fenofibrate

Answer 24

Tricor

Question 25

Lovastatin

Answer 25

Mevacor

Question 26

Pravastatin

Answer 26

Pravachol

Question 27

Atorvastatin

Answer 27

Lipitor

Question 28

Which of the following is an important counseling point for Maxzide? A. Do not crush or chew capsules. B. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. C. Take in the evening before bedtime. D. Avoid if allergic to Lasix.

Answer 28

B. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.

Question 29

Spironolactone

Answer 29

Aldactone

Question 30

Torsemdie

Answer 30

Demadex

Question 31

Triamterene + Hydrochlorothiazide

Answer 31

Maxzide

Question 32

Which of the following is true regarding most HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors? A. Muscle pain or weakness should be reported immediately. B. They are safe in pregnancy. C. Can be taken with grapefruit juice. D. Should be taken in the morning with breakfast. E. All of the above.

Answer 32

A. Muscle pain or weakness should be reported immediately.

Question 33

``` Triamterene with hydrochlorothiazide is available in a tablet called _______ and in a capsule called _________. A. Dyazide; Maxzide B. Maxzide; Dyazide C. Lasix; Aldactone D. Aldactone; Lasix ```

Answer 33

B. Maxzide; Dyazide

Question 34

``` Furosemide belongs to which of the following drug classes: A. Diuretic B. Antihyperlipdiemic C. Antianginal D. Antiplatelet ```

Answer 34

A. Diuretic

Question 35

In the drug Vytorin 10/40, which of the following is the correct description? A. 10 mg of simvastatin and 40 mg of ezetimibe B. 10 mg of atorvastatin and 40 mg of ezetimibe C. 10 mg of ezetimibe and 40 mg of simvastatin D. 10 mg of ezetimibe and 40 mg of atorvastatin

Answer 35

C. 10 mg of ezetimibe and 40 mg of simvastatin

Question 36

Which of the following is correct regarding Niacin (ER)? A. Brand name is Niaspan. B. Max dose is 2000 mg per day. C. Avoid concurrent alcohol use to minimize flushing reactions. D. All of the above.

Answer 36

D. All of the above

Question 37

Which of the following statements is TRUE? A. Lovaza is dosed 4 capsules once or twice per day. B. Lovaza is classified as a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. C. Lovaza should be taken on an empty stomach. D. Lovaza is safe for patients allergic to fish.

Answer 37

A. Lovaza is dosed 4 capsules once or twice per day.

Question 38

``` Aldactone belongs to which of the following drug classes? A. Antiplatelet B. Antihyperlipdiemic C. Antianginal D. Diuretic ```

Answer 38

D. Diuretic

Question 39

Bumetanide Class

Answer 39

Loop diuretic

Question 40

Spironolactone

Answer 40

Aldosterone anatagonist

Question 41

Metolazone

Answer 41

Thiazide diuretic

Question 42

``` To maximize efficacy, what time of day should a patient take simvastatin? A. In the morning B. At lunch C. With a meal D. At bedtime ```

Answer 42

D. At bedtime

Question 43

``` Coumadin inhibits which of the following clotting factors? (More than one answer may be acceptable) A. II B. VI C. VIII D. X ```

Answer 43

A. II | D. X

Question 44

``` What medication is indicated for high triglycerides? A. Pravachol B. Zetia C. Lovaza D. Plavix ```

Answer 44

C. Lovaza