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A client has been prescribed several medications. Which medication is a beta blocker?

A.

Verapamil (Calan)

B.

Captopril (Capoten)

C.

Atenolol (Tenormin)

D.

Clopidogrel (Plavix)

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker, not a beta blocker.

B. Captopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, not a beta blocker.

C. Atenolol is a beta blocker commonly used to treat hypertension, angina, and other cardiovascular conditions.

D. Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication used to prevent blood clots, not a beta blocker.


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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

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B. Bile acid resins are another class of drugs used to lower cholesterol but work differently.

C. Omega-3 fatty acids are used to lower triglycerides and improve heart health but are not HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors.

D. Statins are drugs that inhibit the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is crucial in the synthesis of cholesterol, thereby lowering cholesterol levels.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

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