header bg

Download PTCE Prep app now

Scan QR code or get instant email to install app

Question:

Which of the following medications is an ACE inhibitor used in the treatment of congestive heart failure?

A Zestoretic
explanation

Zestril is an ACE inhibitor.

Explore more similar questions
Take more free practice tests for other PTCB topics with our ptcb practice test now!

Comments

Shaniac20

3 years ago

I recommend!

Mingy6

3 years ago

I like this App a lot. I got a few apps to prepare for PTCE but this is the best one so far! It has tests and practice questions with explanations.

Bfarley14

2 years ago

Awesome app

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.

*

Related Questions

Which of the following vitamins is not water soluble?

D3

Vitamin D3 is not a water-soluble vitamin; water-soluble vitamins include vitamins B and C.

To which drug classification does Singulair belong?

Leukotriene inhibitor

Singulair is a leukotriene inhibitor.

Which of the following is the brand name for ipratropium–albuterol?

Combivent

Combivent is the brand name for ipratropium bromide–albuterol. Lamivudine–zidovudine is ge- neric for Combivir, prochlorperazine is generic for Compazine, and quinupristin–dalfopristin is generic for Synercid.

Which of the following medications is indicated for the treatment of depression?

Escitalopram

escitalopram (Lexapro) is indicated for depression, alprazolam (Xanax) and lorazepam (Ativan) are used to treat anxiety, and ramelteon (Rozerem) treats insomnia.

Which of the following agents is an expectorant?

Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin is an expectorant, cetirizine and loratadine are respiratory allergy medications, and oxymetazoline is a decongestant.

What electrolyte does Klor-Con provide to the body?

Potassium

Klor-Con is a potassium supplement used in conjunction with non–potassium-sparing diuretics.

Which of the following is the generic name for Glucovance?

Glyburide–metformin

Glucovance is a combination product containing glyburide and metformin; the other medications are Metaglip (glipizide–metformin), Actos (pioglitazone), and Prandin (repaglinide).

What is the generic name for Viagra?

Sildenafil

Sildenafil is the generic name for Viagra, sele- giline is generic for Eldepryl, tadalafil is generic for Cialis, and vardenafil is generic for Levitra.

Tyramine-containing foods and wines should be avoided if a patient is taking which of the following drug classifications?

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

Patients being prescribed monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) should avoid tyramine- containing foods and wines.

APAP is the abbreviation for what drug?

acetaminophen

APAP is the abbreviation for acetyl-para-aminophenol, also known as acetaminophen. Of note, acetaminophen is the active ingredient in multiple OTC and prescription medications, including Tylenol and Percocet, respectively.

What is the generic name for Lyrica?

Pregabalin

Pregabalin is generic for Lyrica, divalproex is generic for Depakote, gabapentin is generic for Neurontin, and primidone is generic for Mysoline.

Which of the following medications is used in the treatment of glaucoma?

Latanoprost

Latanoprost (Xalatan) is used to treat glaucoma, ciprofloxacin is antibiotic, dexamethasone is a corticosteroid, and naphazoline is an ophthalmic decongestant.

How should patients take their nitroglycerin sublingual tablet?

Place tablet under the tongue and do not eat, drink, or smoke while the tablet is dissolving.

Unless otherwise specified, most patients will assume that the medications they receive in tablet or capsule form should be swallowed whole. A sublingual tablet, however, should be placed under the tongue or between the cheek and gum and left to dissolve on its own. Sublingual means under-the-tongue. Of note, sublingual tablets should not be chewed first. The concept of chewing, stopping, and parking only applies to nicotine gum.

What dosing instruction is consistent with enteral medication administration?

swallow

Enteral administration simply means that the gastrointestinal tract is used, while parenteral routes do not rely on the gastrointestinal tract. In addition to the traditional oral route, sublingual and rectal drug administration are considered enteral routes of administration. On the other hand, injection, inhalation, and topical application are examples of parenteral routes of administration.