Practice Question
The physician tells the nurse an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor has been ordered. What is another name for the type of drug?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
A statin
Rationale:
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, commonly called statins, reduce cholesterol synthesis in the liver.
These drugs are the first-line treatment for hyperlipidemia.
Examples include simvastatin and atorvastatin.
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A. cholesterol.
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A. "Stable angina is predictable in its frequency, intensity, and duration. Unstable angina is when angina episodes become more frequent or severe, and occur during periods of rest."
B. "Unstable angina is predictable in its frequency, intensity, and duration. Stable angina is when angina episodes become more frequent or severe, and occur during periods of rest."
C. "Stable angina is caused by spasms of the coronary arteries. Unstable angina is when angina episodes become more frequent or severe, and occur during periods of rest."
D. "Unstable angina is caused by spasms of the coronary arteries. Stable angina is when angina episodes become more frequent or severe, and occur during period of rest."
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A. Slow heart rate and difficulty standing
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4