PHARM UNIT 7 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

PHARM UNIT 7 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Ray has been diagnosed with hypertension and an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitoris determined to be needed. Prior to prescribing this drug, the NP should assess for: 1.Hypokalemia 2.Impotence 3.Decreased renal function 4.Inability to concentrate - Answer- 3 When comparing angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) medications, which of the following holds true? 1. Both have major issues with a dry, irritating cough 2. Both contribute to some retention of potassium 3. ARBs have a stronger impact on hypertension control than ACE medications 4. ARBs have stronger diabetes mellitus renal protection properties than ACE medications - Answer- 2 Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors are the drug of choice in treating hypertension in diabeticpatients because they: 1.Improve insulin sensitivity 2.Improve renal hemodynamics 3.Reduce the production of angiotensin II 4.All of the above - Answer- 4 A potentially life-threatening adverse response to angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors is angioedema. Which of the following statements is true about this adverse response? 1.Swelling of the tongue or hoarseness are the most common symptoms. 2.It appears to be related to the decrease in aldosterone production. 3.Presence of a dry, hacky cough indicates a high risk for this adverse response. 4.Because it takes time to build up a blood level, it occurs after being on the drug forabout 1 week. - Answer- 1 A