FNP REVIEW

Question 1

When should you treat HTN with meds?

Answer 1

1. > 10% ASCVD risk

2. >140 SBP or >90 DBP

Question 2

What is a side effect to watch for when taking ACEI?

Answer 2

hyperkalemia

Question 3

At what GFR should you not use a thiazide diuretic?

Answer 3

<30

Question 4

What condition besides HTN is a thiazide diuretic a good choice?

Answer 4

osteoporosis

Question 5

Why is chlorthalidone a good choice in thiazides?

Answer 5

Decreases cardiovascular risk

Question 6

What HTN med is a good choice for AA?

Answer 6

CCB

Question 7

What condition can CCB’s worsen?

Answer 7

GERD

Question 8

What condition contraindicates the use of non-dihydropyridines?

Answer 8

Heart failure

Question 9

Normal lab values for lipid panel

Answer 9

TOTAL CHOL <200
HDL 40-60
LDL <100
TRIGS <150

Question 10

What are the 4 groups for statin use?

Answer 10

1. primary prevention
2. secondary prevention
3. LDL >190
4. pts with diabetes

Question 11

When should a statin be discontinued?

Answer 11

1. Dark urine
2. Muscle pain
3. If LFTs are 3x limit

Question 12

Signs of rhabdomyolysis

Answer 12

1. Ck/Cr levels (will be 5x normal limit)
2. muscle pain
3. Dark urine

Question 13

What condition does high triglycerides put you at risk for?

Answer 13

Pancreatitis

Question 14

Medication used to manage triglycerides

Answer 14

fenofibrate