Pharmacology and the Nursing Process by Linda Lane Lilley: Practice Exam

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What is a specific indication for the use of the combination drug BiDil?

Heart failure in African-American patients
Essential hypertension in elderly patients
Pediatric asthma
Chronic kidney disease

The correct answer is: Heart failure in African-American patients

BiDil is a combination drug that combines two medications, Isosorbide dinitrate and Hydralazine, which work together to dilate blood vessels and improve blood flow. This makes it an effective treatment option for heart failure in African-American patients, as they tend to have higher rates of impaired blood flow and heart failure. It is not indicated for essential hypertension in elderly patients, as there are other more appropriate blood pressure medications available. BiDil is also not indicated for pediatric asthma or chronic kidney disease, as these conditions require different types of treatments.