The nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with angina. Which drug classes are used to treat angina? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Calcium channel blockers
2. Organic nitrates
3. Alpha blockers
4. Beta blockers
5. Diuretics
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
Rationale 1: Three classes of drugs—organic nitrates, beta-adrenergic blockers, and calcium channel blockers-are used to treat angina.
Rationale 2: Three classes of drugs—organic nitrates, beta-adrenergic blockers, and calcium channel blockers-are used to treat angina.
Rationale 3: Alpha blockers are not used to treat angina.
Rationale 4: Three classes of drugs—organic nitrates, beta-adrenergic blockers, and calcium channel blockers-are used to treat angina.
Rationale 5: Diuretics are not used to treat angina.
Global Rationale: Three classes of drugs–organic nitrates, beta-adrenergic blockers, and calcium channel blockers–are used to treat angina. Alpha blockers and diuretics are not used to treat angina.
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