Cardiovascular Pharmacology Practice Test

A 62-year-old man with hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus is started on a new medication. Two weeks later, he presents with a persistent, nonproductive cough. His blood pressure is well-controlled at 132/84 mmHg. He has no fever, wheezing, or other signs of infection.

A 65-year-old man with a history of coronary artery disease presents to the emergency department with severe, substernal chest pain. He is given a sublingual medication, and his pain improves within minutes. His blood pressure decreases from 140/90 mmHg to 125/80 mmHg, and his heart rate increases from 80/min to 95/min.