Milronin, Niacin, and Nesiritide

What is the mechanism of action of Nesiritide?

• It inhibits the sodium-potassium ATPase pump.

• It acts as a synthetic form of B-type natriuretic peptide, leading to vasodilation.

• It blocks beta-adrenergic receptors, reducing heart rate and blood pressure.

• It inhibits the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.

Which of the following is NOT a side effect of Milrinone?

• Thrombocytopenia

• Ventricular arrhythmias

• Hypokalemia

• Hyperkalemia

Niacin is clinically used for which of the following purposes?

• Lowering intraocular pressure

• Treating congestive heart failure

• Reducing LDL cholesterol and triglycerides

• Increasing platelet count

What is the primary effect of Nesiritide on the cardiovascular system?

• Increase in blood pressure

• Reduction in blood pressure

• Increase in heart rate

• Reduction in heart rate

Which of the following is a common side effect of Milrinone?

• Bradycardia

• Hypertension

• Headache

• Hypotension

Niacin can be used to treat which condition?

• Hyperlipidemia

• Hypothyroidism

• Diabetes Mellitus

• Hypertension

Nesiritide is indicated for the treatment of:

• Acute myocardial infarction

• Chronic hypertension

• Acute decompensated heart failure

• Stable angina

Which of the following is NOT a clinical use of Niacin?

• Increasing HDL cholesterol

• Lowering LDL cholesterol

• Treating type 2 diabetes

• Reducing triglycerides

Milrinone is primarily used in the management of:

• Acute Heart Failure

• End Stage Heart failure

• Arrhythmias

• Hyperlipidemia

The administration of Nesiritide should be closely monitored because of its potential to cause:

• Hyperglycemia

• Hypokalemia

• Hypotension

• Hypercalcemia