Pharmacology (Chapter 16) Cardio Medications

Which of the following is the primary cause of tissue damage in myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke?

• Overactive immune response

• Impaired blood flow to the affected area

• Increased blood clotting in the bloodstream

• Dehydration leading to thickened blood

Which statement correctly describes the primary difference between a myocardial infarction (MI) and a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?

• MI affects the brain, while CVA affects the heart.

• MI is caused by ischemia in the brain, while CVA is caused by ischemia in the heart.

• MI is caused by ischemia of the heart muscle, while CVA is caused by ischemia of the brain.

• MI and CVA both involve ischemia in the lungs.

Which of the following medications would be prescribed to reduce the workload of the heart by removing excess fluid from the body?

• Atropine

• Digoxin

• Furosemide (Lasix)

• Propafenone

Which of the following treatments is commonly used to prevent angina pectoris by dilating arteries and veins?

• NSAIDs

• Beta-blockers

• Nitrates

• Anticoagulants

Which of the following medications is commonly used to prevent platelets from clumping together and forming clots?

• Heparin

• Warfarin

• Aspirin

• Enoxaparin

Which of the following categories of medications is used to prevent blood clot formation by interrupting the clotting process?

• Thrombolytics

• Anticoagulants

• Antiplatelets

• NSAIDs

What is the main purpose of thrombolytic medications?

• To prevent the formation of blood clots

• To dissolve existing blood clots

• To increase blood pressure

• To prevent platelet aggregation

What is the primary purpose of antiembolic stockings in patients at risk for deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

• To reduce blood pressure

• To prevent blood clots by increasing vitamin K production

• To compress the veins and aid the return of blood to the heart

• To dissolve existing blood clots

Which of the following is a dietary recommendation for a patient on anticoagulant therapy?

• Increase intake of green leafy vegetables

• Avoid foods rich in vitamin K, such as cabbage and spinach

• Consume large amounts of green tea to enhance medication effectiveness

• Eat more foods that are high in vitamin K to help with coagulation

What is the primary function of antifibrinolytic medications?

• To dissolve blood clots

• To prevent the formation of fibrin

• To help form clots and stop bleeding

• To increase the risk of bleeding