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Bob-Dole

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Jose M. is a 68-year-old man who presents to your primary care practice for a physical. Jose has had type 2 diabetes mellitus for 5 years, diet controlled. His BMI is 32. Smoker, pack per day for 25 years.
 
  He denies other medical problems. Family history includes CAD, CABG x4 for father, now deceased; CHF, type 2 diabetes mellitus, HT for mother. According to the AHA/ACC guidelines, what stage is Jose?
  A. Stage A
  B. Stage B
  C. Stage C
  D. Stage D

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Which of the following statements is true concerning anti-arrhythmic drugs?
 
  A. Amiodarone is the only one not associated with increased mortality and it has a very favorable side effect profile.
  B. Both long-acting and short-acting calcium channel blockers are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
  C. Most anti-arrhythmics have a low toxic/therapeutic ratio and some are exceedingly toxic.
  D. Anti-arrhythmic therapy should be initiated in the hospital for all patients.


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carojassy25

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C


Bob-Dole

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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