Author Question: Jose M. is a 68-year-old man who presents to your primary care practice for a physical. Jose has had ... (Read 68 times)

Bob-Dole · **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

Question 2

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.