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What type of drugs are ACE inhibitors?

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Drugs affecting vascular tone

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What do AT₁ receptor antagonists (ARBs) primarily affect?

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Vascular tone

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What is the function of β-blockers?

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Drugs affecting the heart

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What do calcium channel blockers (CCBs) primarily affect?

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The heart

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What is the role of thiazide diuretics?

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Drugs affecting fluid balance

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What is the difference between hypertensive emergency and hypertensive urgency?

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Hypertensive emergency involves acute end-organ damage while hypertensive urgency does not

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Fill in the blank: ACE inhibitors are drugs affecting _______.

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vascular tone

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Fill in the blank: β-blockers are classified as drugs affecting the _______.

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heart

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True or False: Calcium channel blockers are used to manage fluid balance.

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False

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What do thiazide diuretics primarily manage?

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Fluid balance

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What drug class do Enalapril, Lisinopril, and Ramipril belong to?

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ACE Inhibitors

ACE Inhibitors inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), preventing the conversion of angiotensin I to II.

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What is the mechanism of action of ACE Inhibitors?

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Inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), preventing angiotensin I → II conversion, resulting in vasodilation and decreased aldosterone-mediated volume expansion.

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List the indications for ACE Inhibitors.

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  • Hypertension (especially in younger patients, diabetics)
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Post-myocardial infarction (improves survival)
  • Diabetic nephropathy (delays progression)
  • Left ventricular dysfunction
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What are the contraindications for ACE Inhibitors?

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  • Pregnancy (teratogenic)
  • Bilateral renal artery stenosis
  • History of angioedema associated with ACE inhibitors
  • Hyperkalemia
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What drug class do Losartan, Valsartan, and Irbesartan belong to?

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Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)

ARBs block AT₁ receptors, preventing angiotensin II-mediated vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion.

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What is the mechanism of action of Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)?

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Block AT₁ receptors, preventing angiotensin II-mediated vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion.

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List the indications for Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs).

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  • Hypertension
  • Heart failure
  • Diabetic nephropathy (especially in those intolerant to ACE inhibitors)
  • Post-MI with left ventricular dysfunction
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What are the contraindications for Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)?

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  • Pregnancy
  • Bilateral renal artery stenosis
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Co-administration with ACE inhibitors in certain populations
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What drug class do Metoprolol, Atenolol, and Propranolol belong to?

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Beta Blockers

Beta Blockers block β₁ (cardioselective) and/or β₂ (nonselective) receptors.

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What is the mechanism of action of Beta Blockers?

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Block β₁ (cardioselective) and/or β₂ (nonselective) receptors; decrease heart rate, contractility, and renin secretion.

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List the indications for Beta Blockers.

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  • Hypertension (especially with coexisting CAD or heart failure)
  • Angina pectoris
  • Post-MI (secondary prevention)
  • Arrhythmias (e.g., atrial fibrillation, SVT)
  • Heart failure (only specific β-blockers like carvedilol, metoprolol succinate, bisoprolol)
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What are the contraindications for Beta Blockers?

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  • Severe bradycardia
  • Heart block (second or third degree without pacemaker)
  • Acute decompensated heart failure
  • Asthma or severe COPD (nonselective agents like propranolol)
  • Cardiogenic shock
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What drug class do Amlodipine and Nifedipine belong to?

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Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)

CCBs are divided into dihydropyridines and non-dihydropyridines.

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What are the subclasses of Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)?

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  • Dihydropyridines: Amlodipine, Nifedipine (vascular selective)
  • Non-dihydropyridines: Verapamil, Diltiazem (cardiac + vascular effects)
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What is the mechanism of action of Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)?
Block L-type calcium channels; reduce intracellular calcium → vasodilation and decreased cardiac workload.
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List the indications for Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs).
* Hypertension (especially in elderly, African Americans) * Angina (both effort and vasospastic) * Supraventricular tachyarrhythmias (non-DHPs only) * Raynaud’s phenomenon (DHPs)
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What are the contraindications for Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)?
* Severe hypotension * Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (non-DHPs) * AV block or bradycardia (non-DHPs) * Concomitant β-blockers with non-DHPs (↑ risk of heart block)
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What drug class do Hydrochlorothiazide and Chlorthalidone belong to?
Thiazide Diuretics ## Footnote Thiazide Diuretics inhibit Na⁺/Cl⁻ cotransport in the distal convoluted tubule.
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What is the mechanism of action of Thiazide Diuretics?
Inhibit Na⁺/Cl⁻ cotransport in the distal convoluted tubule; increase sodium and water excretion; long-term BP lowering via vasodilation.
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List the indications for Thiazide Diuretics.
* Hypertension (first-line, especially in African Americans and elderly) * Mild edema due to heart, liver, or kidney disease * Nephrolithiasis due to idiopathic hypercalciuria * Osteoporosis (modestly increases calcium reabsorption)
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What are the contraindications for Thiazide Diuretics?
* Hypokalemia * Hyponatremia * Hypercalcemia * Gout (may increase uric acid) * Sulfa allergy (caution)
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What drug class do Nitroprusside, Labetalol, and Nicardipine belong to?
Emergency Antihypertensives ## Footnote Emergency Antihypertensives are used in hypertensive emergencies.
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What is the mechanism of action of Nitroprusside?
NO donor → direct vasodilation of arteries and veins.
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What is the mechanism of action of Labetalol?
α₁ and β blocker → reduces SVR and CO.
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What is the mechanism of action of Nicardipine?
Dihydropyridine CCB → arterial vasodilation.
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List the indications for Emergency Antihypertensives.
* Hypertensive emergency (BP >180/120 mmHg with organ damage) * Acute aortic dissection (labetalol preferred) * Acute ischemic stroke with elevated BP * Eclampsia or preeclampsia (labetalol, hydralazine)
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What are the contraindications for Nitroprusside?
* Renal/hepatic impairment (risk of cyanide toxicity) * Pregnancy
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What are the contraindications for Labetalol?
* Bradycardia * Heart block * Asthma/COPD
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What are the contraindications for Nicardipine?
* Advanced aortic stenosis * Caution in acute heart failure
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What is the optimal blood pressure range?
Systolic pressure < 120 mm Hg and diastolic pressure < 80 mm Hg
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What characterizes normal blood pressure?
Systolic 120-129 mm Hg or diastolic 80-84 mm Hg
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What is high-normal blood pressure?
Systolic 130-139 mm Hg or diastolic 85-89 mm Hg
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What are common clinical manifestations of hypertension?
* Asymptomatic in most individuals * Ischemic heart disease * Heart failure * Stroke * Renal failure * Peripheral vascular disease ## Footnote Hypertension is often referred to as a 'silent killer' due to its asymptomatic nature.
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What is crucial for the diagnosis of hypertension?
Accurate measurement of blood pressure and assessment of global cardiovascular risk
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What factors are considered in the ASCVD risk calculator?
* Age * Sex * Race * Total cholesterol * HDL cholesterol * Systolic blood pressure * Blood pressure lowering medication use * Diabetes status * Smoking status
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What is the significance of a 10-year cardiovascular event risk greater than 10%?
Treatment is more aggressive
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What is the least accurate method for measuring blood pressure?
Conventional Auscultatory Office Blood Pressure
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What is required for accurate blood pressure measurement in the office?
Measure at least twice after 5 minutes of rest, with proper positioning and cuff size
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How is Automated Office Blood Pressure measured?
3 readings at 1-minute intervals with the patient unattended
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What is the procedure for Home Blood Pressure Monitoring?
3 readings in the morning and 3 in the evening for at least 4 consecutive days
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What is the gold standard for blood pressure monitoring?
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
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What is White Coat Hypertension?
High office blood pressures that are normal at home due to transient adrenergic response
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What increases the prevalence and severity of White Coat Hypertension?
Age
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What is Masked Hypertension?
Office readings that underestimate ambulatory blood pressures
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What conditions are commonly associated with Masked Hypertension?
* Elderly persons * Patients with diabetes * Patients with chronic kidney disease
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What does nocturnal hypertension predict?
Future cardiovascular disease better than daytime measurements
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What is the implication of relying solely on office blood pressure measurements?
Leads to overtreatment or undertreatment in three out of four patients
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When should secondary hypertension be evaluated?
* Drug-resistant or induced hypertension * Abrupt onset of hypertension * Onset of hypertension at < 30 years * Exacerbation of previously controlled hypertension * Disproportionate target organ damage * Accelerated or malignant hypertension * Onset of diastolic hypertension in older adults (>65 years) * Unprovoked or excessive hypokalemia
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What is Hypertension?
Elevated pressure within the blood vessels ## Footnote Hypertension can affect both arteries and veins.
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Define Arterial Hypertension.
Hypertension within arteries (Systemic or Pulmonary) ## Footnote It specifically refers to elevated blood pressure in the arterial system.
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What is Venous Hypertension?
Hypertension within veins (Portal Hypertension) ## Footnote This type often pertains to the pressure in the portal vein.
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What is Essential (Primary) Hypertension?
Hypertension without an identifiable secondary cause ## Footnote It accounts for the majority of hypertension cases.
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What is Secondary Hypertension?
Hypertension with an identifiable secondary cause ## Footnote Examples include renal artery stenosis and endocrine disorders.
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Define Systolic Hypertension.
Elevated blood pressure during systole ## Footnote This condition reflects high pressure in arteries when the heart beats.
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Define Diastolic Hypertension.
Elevated blood pressure during diastole ## Footnote This indicates high pressure in arteries when the heart is at rest.
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What is Hypertension with Widened Pulse Pressure?
Hypertension with an abnormally large gap between systolic and diastolic pressures ## Footnote This can indicate specific cardiovascular issues.
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What does Pulse Pressure indicate?
Varies relative to the compliance of the major arteries ## Footnote Compliance affects how arteries respond to blood flow.
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What is the global prevalence of Systemic Arterial Hypertension?
30% of the global population ## Footnote It is a leading cause of death worldwide.
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What are hereditary factors in hypertension?
Approximately 70% of cases ## Footnote Genetics play a significant role in the development of hypertension.
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How does hypertension prevalence vary by age and gender?
More common in men under age 50; more common in women over age 50 ## Footnote The loss of protective estrogen in women contributes to this trend.
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What is the relationship between Body Mass Index (BMI) and hypertension?
Prevalence of hypertension increases linearly with average BMI ## Footnote Obesity impacts sympathetic nervous system activity, contributing to hypertension.
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Define Metabolic Syndrome.
Clustering of hypertension with abdominal adiposity, insulin resistance, and dyslipidemia ## Footnote Typically involves elevated triglycerides and low HDL cholesterol.
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What is the relationship between sodium intake and hypertension?
Hypertension is linearly related to dietary sodium intake ## Footnote Salt sensitivity varies among individuals due to genetic factors.
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What are the primary pathogenesis mechanisms of Essential Hypertension before age 50?
Excess vasoconstriction ## Footnote This leads to both systolic and diastolic hypertension.
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What are the primary pathogenesis mechanisms of Essential Hypertension after age 50?
Decreased arterial compliance ## Footnote This often results in isolated systolic hypertension.
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What is Hypertensive Urgency?
Acute severe elevation of blood pressure not associated with end-organ damage ## Footnote It requires prompt management but not immediate hospitalization.
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Define Hypertensive Emergency.
Acute, severe elevation of blood pressure (>220/130) associated with end-organ damage ## Footnote Commonly affects the heart, kidneys, or brain.
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What is Malignant Hypertension?
Hypertensive emergency associated with retinal damage ## Footnote Includes findings like hemorrhages and cotton wool spots.
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What is Hypertensive Encephalopathy?
Hypertensive emergency associated with mental status changes and seizures ## Footnote It can lead to reduced consciousness and cortical blindness.
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What are common causes of Acute Hypertension?
Uncontrolled chronic hypertension, secondary causes, reversible hypertension, medication use, illicit substances, alcohol withdrawal, uncontrolled pain ## Footnote Each cause requires different management approaches.
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List common clinical scenarios associated with Acute Hypertension.
* Acute aortic dissection * Ischemia (acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina) * Cocaine-induced sympathetic crisis * Eclampsia * Head trauma * Severe body burns * Postoperative bleeding * Uncontrolled epistaxis * Neurologic emergencies ## Footnote Hypertensive encephalopathy can complicate these scenarios.
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What characterizes Hypertensive Encephalopathy?
Severe hypertensive retinopathy ## Footnote It is crucial to distinguish from other neurologic emergencies.
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What are the complications of Hypertension?
Atherosclerosis, aortic dissection, left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), heart failure (HF), stroke, nephropathy, retinopathy
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Define Atherosclerosis in the context of hypertension.
Pathophysiology related to hypertension leading to vascular pathology
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What is aortic dissection?
Pathophysiology related to hypertension leading to serious vascular complications
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What is Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (LVH)?
Pathophysiology associated with hypertension, often leading to heart failure
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What does HF stand for?
Heart Failure
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What is the pathophysiology of stroke related to hypertension?
Pathophysiological changes in the vascular system due to hypertension leading to stroke
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What is nephropathy?
Pathophysiology related to kidney damage caused by hypertension
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What is retinopathy?
Pathophysiology related to eye damage due to hypertension
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Fill in the blank: _______ is a proven nonpharmacologic intervention for hypertension.
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