CCRP CCRP Pharmacology

Question 1

Which class of medications is most commonly used to reduce heart rate and myocardial oxygen demand in cardiac rehabilitation patients?

Accepted Answer

Beta-blockers

Answer

Beta-blockers reduce heart rate and myocardial oxygen demand, making them a cornerstone therapy in cardiac rehabilitation.

Question 2

A cardiac rehab patient on warfarin should be monitored for which of the following during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Excessive bleeding risk from minor injuries

Answer

Warfarin is an anticoagulant that increases bleeding risk, so minor injuries during exercise require careful monitoring.

Question 3

Which medication class lowers LDL cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase and is commonly prescribed to cardiac rehab patients?

Accepted Answer

Statins

Answer

Statins inhibit HMG-CoA reductase, reducing LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk in cardiac patients.

Question 4

Nitroglycerin is prescribed to cardiac rehab patients primarily to treat which condition?

Accepted Answer

Angina pectoris

Answer

Nitroglycerin dilates coronary vessels to relieve angina pectoris by reducing myocardial oxygen demand.

Question 5

A patient taking an ACE inhibitor in cardiac rehab may develop which notable side effect that should be documented?

Accepted Answer

Persistent dry cough

Answer

ACE inhibitors commonly cause a persistent dry cough due to increased bradykinin levels.

CCRP - Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional Practice Test