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1
Q

______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.

A

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

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2
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Nitroglycerin belongs to which of the following drug classes:
 A.  Diuretic 
 B.  Antianginal 
 C.  Anticoagulant 
 D.  Antihyperlipidemic
A

B. Antianginal

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______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.

A

D. All of the above.

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4
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Isosorbide mononitrate

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Imdur

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5
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Dipyridamole/aspirin

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Aggrenox

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6
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Warfarin

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Coumadin

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7
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Nitroglycerin

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Nitrostat

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8
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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.

A

D. Tablets should taste bitter with a tingling sensation.

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9
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Ezetimibe

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Zetia

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10
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Simvastatin

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Zocor

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11
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Clopidogrel

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Plavix

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12
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Rosuvastatin

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Crestor

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13
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What is the maximum number of nitroglycerin tablets that can be taken in 15 minutes?
 A.  1 	
 B.  3 	
 C.  5 	
 D.  10
A

B. 3

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14
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Aggrenox belongs to which of the following drug classes:
 A.  Diuretic 
 B.  Antihyperlipdiemic 
 C.  Antianginal 
 D.  Antiplatelet
A

D. Antiplatelet

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15
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Bumetanide

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Bumex

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16
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Furosemide

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Lasix

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17
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Metolazone

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Zaroxolyn

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18
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Hydrocholorthiazide

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Microzide

19
Q

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.

A

C. Mild headaches may occur when starting the medication

20
Q 
Spironolactone should be avoided in patients allergic to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
 A.  Penicillins 
 B.  Sulfonamides 
 C.  Opioids 
 D.  Thiazide diuretics
A

B. Sulfonamides

21
Q

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.

A

A. Do not take OTC Omeprazole without consulting your physician

22
Q 
Warfarin is contraindicated in which patient population?
 A.  Asthma 
 B.  Diabetic 
 C.  Elderly 
 D.  Pregnant
A

D. Pregnant

23
Q

_______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.

A

A. Delayed dissolution until tablet reaches the small intestines.

24
Q

Fenofibrate

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Tricor

25
Q

Lovastatin

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Mevacor

26
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Pravastatin

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Pravachol

27
Q

Atorvastatin

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Lipitor

28
Q

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.

A

B. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.

29
Q

Spironolactone

A

Aldactone

30
Q

Torsemdie

A

Demadex

31
Q

Triamterene + Hydrochlorothiazide

A

Maxzide

32
Q

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.

A

A. Muscle pain or weakness should be reported immediately.

33
Q 
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
A

B. Maxzide; Dyazide

34
Q 
Furosemide belongs to which of the following drug classes: 
 A.  Diuretic 
 B.  Antihyperlipdiemic 
 C.  Antianginal 
 D.  Antiplatelet
A

A. Diuretic

35
Q

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

A

C. 10 mg of ezetimibe and 40 mg of simvastatin

36
Q

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.

A

D. All of the above

37
Q

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.

A

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

38
Q 
Aldactone belongs to which of the following drug classes?
 A.  Antiplatelet 
 B.  Antihyperlipdiemic 
 C.  Antianginal 
 D.  Diuretic
A

D. Diuretic

39
Q

Bumetanide Class

A

Loop diuretic

40
Q

Spironolactone

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Aldosterone anatagonist

41
Q

Metolazone

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Thiazide diuretic

42
Q 
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
A

D. At bedtime

43
Q 
Coumadin inhibits which of the following clotting factors? (More than one answer may be acceptable)
 A. II 	
 B. VI 	
 C. VIII 	
 D. X
A

A. II

D. X

44
Q 
What medication is indicated for high triglycerides?
 A.  Pravachol 	
 B.  Zetia 	
 C.  Lovaza 	
 D.  Plavix
A

C. Lovaza

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