FREE ITE Cardiovascular Medicine Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a common first-line treatment for stable angina?
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Aspirin reduces platelet aggregation, while nitrates relieve angina by dilating coronary arteries and reducing myocardial oxygen demand.
Which diagnostic test is most appropriate for a patient presenting with chest pain and suspected acute coronary syndrome (ACS)?
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Elevated troponin levels are a key marker for myocardial infarction and help confirm ACS.
What is the most common cause of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF)?
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Chronic hypertension leads to left ventricular hypertrophy, which is a major contributor to HFpEF.
Which medication is contraindicated in a patient with acute heart failure?
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Beta-blockers can worsen acute heart failure due to their negative inotropic effects and should be avoided until the patient stabilizes.
What is the goal LDL cholesterol level for a high-risk patient with cardiovascular disease?
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Current guidelines recommend maintaining LDL cholesterol levels below 70 mg/dL in patients at high risk for cardiovascular events.