AANP Board Exam Questions & Answers 2023/24 (Verified Answers)
INR values below ____ increase stroke risk six fold.
Correct Answer:
2
What allergy contradicts the use of thiazide diuretics?
Correct Answer:
Sulfa
Why should ACE-Is be avoided with renal stenosis?
Correct Answer:
Leads to ARF
Adverse effects of aldosterone antagonists (Aldactone)
Correct Answer:
Galactorrhea and hyperkalemia
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What are beta blocker indications?
Correct Answer:
HTN, post-MI< angina, arrhythmias, migraine prophylaxis, hyperthyroidism
1st line BP med for DM?
Correct Answer:
ACE or ARB
Grapefruit juice should be avoided in what 1st line antihypertensive medication?
Correct Answer:
CCB
Alternative antibiotic treatment for patients with gram positive baterial
infections that are allergic to PCN:
Correct Answer:
macrolides
Initial treatment of COPD
Correct Answer:
Ipratropium bromide (anticholinergic)
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1st line treatment for gonorrheal infections
Correct Answer:
Rocephin IM
Treatment of anthrax
Correct Answer:
Cipro 500mg BID 7-10 days
Treatment of traveler's diarrhea
Correct Answer:
Cipro 500mg BID 3 days
What can increase the risk of tendon rupture when on a quinolone?
Correct Answer:
age and steroids
How long does ASA suppress platelet function?
Correct Answer:
up to 7 days
What is the FDA category and dose of finasteride?
Correct Answer:
5mg PO QD and category X
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