NR 293 EDAPT ANTIHYPERTENSIVES
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
SOLUTIONS 2024
Which statements about hypertension in the United States are supported by facts? (SATA) - ANSWER -
About 30 million adults with known hypertension are not being treated
-Most adults with hypertension do not have their hypertension under control
-An estimated 31 million adults taking medication for high blood pressure are not taking the right dose
What are the goals of antihypertensive therapy? (SATA) - ANSWER -Prevent stroke
-Protect the kidneys
-Reduce organ damage
-Normalization of blood pressure
Which medication is used to treat hypertension? - ANSWER losartan
Complete each sentence by selecting the word or phrase that makes the sentence true from the drop
down menu.
1. Drugs in the ________________ class include losartan, olmesartan, and valsartan.
2. Drugs in the _______________ class include hydralazine, diazoxide, and minoxidil.
3. Drugs in the _______________ class include doxazosin, prazosin, and terazosin. - ANSWER 1.
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)
2. Vasodilators
3. Alpha-1 Blockers
Indicate which listed side/adverse effects may be caused by the listed antihypertensive medication class
by placing a check in the appropriate column. - ANSWER Alpha-1 Blockers
-Headaches
-First-dose orthostatic hypotension
-Dizziness
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