FREE FMCLA Managing Chronic Disease Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the first-line pharmacological treatment for managing hypertension in adults according to current guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Thiazide diuretics

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Beta-blockers

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Calcium channel blockers

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ACE inhibitors

Question 2

For patients with type 2 diabetes, what is the target HbA1c level recommended by most guidelines?

Accepted Answer

<7.0%

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<6.5%

Answer

<6.0%

Answer

<7.5%

Question 3

Which lifestyle modification has the most significant impact on reducing blood pressure in patients with hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Smoking cessation

Answer

Increasing physical activity

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Adopting the DASH diet

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Reducing alcohol intake

Question 4

What is the recommended frequency for monitoring lipid levels in patients with hyperlipidemia who are on statin therapy?

Accepted Answer

Annually

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Every 3 months

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Every 6 months

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Every 2 years

Question 5

In the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),
what is the primary purpose of using long-acting bronchodilators?

Accepted Answer

To prevent exacerbations and improve lung function

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To treat acute exacerbations

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To cure the disease

Answer

To reduce anxiety