Hypertension Rx Prep

What is a preferred thiazide-like drug according to the American Diabetes Association?

• hydrochlorothiazide

• indapamide

• Maxide

• metolazone

What is the preferred thiazide-like drug according to the 2017 ACC/AHA, et al?

• indapamide

• hydrochlorothiazide

• metolazone

• chlorthalidone

What is a common side effect of peripheral vasodilators?

• edema

• rebound hypertension

• sedation

• angioedema

What drug class must be discontinued prior to initation of Entresto?

• ACE inhibitors

• ARBs

• Antiplatelets

• Beta-blockers

What thiazide diuretic is most effective in CrCl < 30 ml/min?

• HCTZ

• metolazone

• chlorthalidone

• indapamide

Which medication can cause drug-induced lupus?

• clonidine

• minoxidil

• diltiazem

• hydralazine

What is one mechanism of nebivolol?

• Direct vasodilation

• Beta-2 blockade

• Alpha-1 blockage

• Nitric oxide production

Which intervention can decrease risk of orthostatic hypotension with Coreg?

• Take at bedtime

• Take with food

• Take on an empty stomach

• Take with at least 8 oz of water

Which class can cause floppy iris syndrome in cataract surgery patients?

• Non-selective beta blockers

• Central sympatholytics

• Non-dihydropyridines

• Alpha-1 antagonists

Select an indication for propranolol?

• Hypothyroidism

• Migraine treatment

• Parkinson's tremor

• Portal hypertension