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- Pimobendan is used in many animals with CHF, but is usually avoided in cases with:
a. Atrial fibrillation
b. Ventricular fibrillation
c. Left ventricular outflow tract obstruction
d. Systemic hypertension
Answer - Which of the following provides the most definitive evidence of CHF?
a. Ascites plus jugular vein distension
b. Pulmonary crackles
c. Sinus arrhythmia with p-pulmonale
d. Dyspnea
Answer - Animals started on ACE inhibitors and diuretics should have kidney values and electrolytes checked:
a. In 1-2 days
b. In 5-10 days
c. In 1 month
d. In 6 months
Answer - One of the dose limiting side effects for combined use of benazepril and furosemide is:
a. Azotemia
b. Increased serum bilirubin
c. Immunosuppression
Answer - Spironolactone maybe useful in treating CHF based on the knowledge that the drug:
a. Is associated with improved survival in some studies
b. Limits fibrosis in the myocardium
c. Can cause hyperkalemia
d. All of the above
Answer - Animals in congestive heart failure may benefit from sildenafil if they develop:
a. Pulmonary hypertension
b. Ventricular tachycardia
c. Atrial fibrillation
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