NSG 124 Pharmacology Exam 3 Hypertension and Heart
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1. A hormone involved in blood pressure regulation
antidiuretic hormone
renin
aldosterone
angiotensin II
2. Which of the following are the major underlying cause of heart failure?
chronic hypertension and myocardial infarction
obesity and fluid retention
myocardial infarction and fluid retention
chronic hypertension and obesity
3. Describe how ACE inhibitors can lead to a persistent cough in patients.
ACE inhibitors directly block the production of adrenaline, leading to
cough.
ACE inhibitors can increase bradykinin levels, which may cause a
persistent cough.
ACE inhibitors have no relation to cough as a side effect.
ACE inhibitors reduce blood pressure, which causes a cough reflex.
4. The mechanism of action of Nifedipine antihypertensive medications is
False neurotransmission, CNS effect
Beta-adrenergic blocker
, Calcium channel blocker
Direct peripheral vasodilation
Decreased plasma volume and cardiac output
5. Name a common secondary cause of hypertension.
Obesity
Sedentary lifestyle
Chronic kidney disease
High sodium intake
6. If your patient is taking an ARB or ACE inhibitor, you want to educate them
on...
signs of a heart attack
taking their vitamins
signs of orthostatic hypotension
signs of hyperglycemia
7. What is the primary condition that Diltiazem (Cardizem) is indicated for?
Diabetes
Asthma
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
8. What is important to monitor for a patient taking a calcium channel blocker?
O2 and HR
, Blood pressure and HR
Blood pressure and temperature
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
9. ACE inhibitors work by preventing the formation of
angiotensin I
renin
angiotensin II
angiotensinogen
10. What is digoxin used to treat?
Renal insufficiency
Seizure disorder
Congestive heart failure
Diabetes
11. Patient education for female clients receiving ACE inhibitors or ARBs must
include
risk for increased menstrual bleeding
potential harm to fetus or infant child
dietary restrictions
need for supplemental potassium
12. A patient with both hypertension and angina is prescribed a calcium channel
blocker. What is the expected outcome of this treatment?
, Reduction in blood pressure and relief from angina symptoms
No change in blood pressure but increased heart rate
Increase in blood pressure and worsening of angina symptoms
Increased risk of heart failure
13. A patient with severe hypertension is unable to take oral medications. Which
form of calcium channel blocker (CCB) would be most appropriate for
immediate treatment?
Topical
Intravenous
Sublingual
Oral
14. Describe the role of Dopamine (Intropin) in the management of
cardiovascular conditions.
Dopamine (Intropin) is primarily used to lower blood pressure and
reduce heart workload.
Dopamine (Intropin) is used to increase cardiac output and
improve blood flow in patients with low blood pressure.
Dopamine (Intropin) is effective in managing respiratory distress.
Dopamine (Intropin) is utilized to treat chronic pain and inflammation.
15. What are the primary conditions that ACE inhibitors are used to treat?
Hypertension and heart failure
Diabetes and asthma
Cholesterol and obesity
Failure Herzing University 2026 | Most Tested Questions &
Verified Answers | Latest Update | Graded A+
1. A hormone involved in blood pressure regulation
antidiuretic hormone
renin
aldosterone
angiotensin II
2. Which of the following are the major underlying cause of heart failure?
chronic hypertension and myocardial infarction
obesity and fluid retention
myocardial infarction and fluid retention
chronic hypertension and obesity
3. Describe how ACE inhibitors can lead to a persistent cough in patients.
ACE inhibitors directly block the production of adrenaline, leading to
cough.
ACE inhibitors can increase bradykinin levels, which may cause a
persistent cough.
ACE inhibitors have no relation to cough as a side effect.
ACE inhibitors reduce blood pressure, which causes a cough reflex.
4. The mechanism of action of Nifedipine antihypertensive medications is
False neurotransmission, CNS effect
Beta-adrenergic blocker
, Calcium channel blocker
Direct peripheral vasodilation
Decreased plasma volume and cardiac output
5. Name a common secondary cause of hypertension.
Obesity
Sedentary lifestyle
Chronic kidney disease
High sodium intake
6. If your patient is taking an ARB or ACE inhibitor, you want to educate them
on...
signs of a heart attack
taking their vitamins
signs of orthostatic hypotension
signs of hyperglycemia
7. What is the primary condition that Diltiazem (Cardizem) is indicated for?
Diabetes
Asthma
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
8. What is important to monitor for a patient taking a calcium channel blocker?
O2 and HR
, Blood pressure and HR
Blood pressure and temperature
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
9. ACE inhibitors work by preventing the formation of
angiotensin I
renin
angiotensin II
angiotensinogen
10. What is digoxin used to treat?
Renal insufficiency
Seizure disorder
Congestive heart failure
Diabetes
11. Patient education for female clients receiving ACE inhibitors or ARBs must
include
risk for increased menstrual bleeding
potential harm to fetus or infant child
dietary restrictions
need for supplemental potassium
12. A patient with both hypertension and angina is prescribed a calcium channel
blocker. What is the expected outcome of this treatment?
, Reduction in blood pressure and relief from angina symptoms
No change in blood pressure but increased heart rate
Increase in blood pressure and worsening of angina symptoms
Increased risk of heart failure
13. A patient with severe hypertension is unable to take oral medications. Which
form of calcium channel blocker (CCB) would be most appropriate for
immediate treatment?
Topical
Intravenous
Sublingual
Oral
14. Describe the role of Dopamine (Intropin) in the management of
cardiovascular conditions.
Dopamine (Intropin) is primarily used to lower blood pressure and
reduce heart workload.
Dopamine (Intropin) is used to increase cardiac output and
improve blood flow in patients with low blood pressure.
Dopamine (Intropin) is effective in managing respiratory distress.
Dopamine (Intropin) is utilized to treat chronic pain and inflammation.
15. What are the primary conditions that ACE inhibitors are used to treat?
Hypertension and heart failure
Diabetes and asthma
Cholesterol and obesity
