Exam questionKROK 2Medicine · 2019
A 56-year-old woman was diagnosed with stage 2 hypertension of the 2nd degree. She belongs to the group of moderate risk and has bronchial asthma. What group of drugs is CONTRAINDICATED to this patient?
Answer options
- β-blockers
- Diuretics
- Calcium antagonists
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors
- Imidazoline receptor antagonists
Correct answer
β-blockers
Explanation
A 56-year-old woman was diagnosed with stage 2 hypertension of the 2nddegree. She belongs to the group of moderate risk and has bronchialasthma. What group of drugs is CONTRAINDICATED to this patient?Medicines Can Trigger Asthma Aspirin. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, like ibuprofen (Motrin® or Advil®) and naproxen (Aleve® or Naprosyn®) Beta-blockers, which are usually used for heart conditions, high blood pressure, and migraines.
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