The client is preparing for an eye examination. Which ...

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The client is preparing for an eye examination. Which classification of drugs will be used?
 
  1. Mydriatics
  2. Vasoconstrictors
  3. Prostaglandins
  4. Beta-adrenergic blockers

Question 2

What drug classification is considered the drug of choice to decrease triglyceride levels?
 
  1. Statin
  2. Fibric acid agents
  3. Bile acid agents
  4. HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Mydriatics dilate the pupil for better visualization.
Rationale 2: Vasoconstrictors are used for irritation and dryness of the eye.
Rationale 3: Prostaglandins are used for open-angle glaucoma.
Rationale 4: Beta-adrenergic blockers are used for glaucoma.
Global Rationale: Mydriatics dilate the pupil for better visualization. Vasoconstrictors are used for irritation and dryness of the eye. Prostaglandins are used for open-angle glaucoma. Beta-adrenergic blockers are used for glaucoma.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: Statinsare used to reduce LDL-cholesterol levels.
Rationale 2: Fibric acid agents are the drug of choice to decrease triglyceride levels.
Rationale 3: Bile acid agents are used to reduce 20 decrease in LDL-cholesterol levels, but have more adverse effects than the statins.
Rationale 4: HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, also referred to as statins, are used to reduce LDL-cholesterol levels.

Global Rationale: Fibric acid agents are the drug of choice to decrease triglyceride levels. Statins, bile acid agents, and HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors are not considered the drug of choice for decreasing triglyceride levels.