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- There are four general classes of lipid-lowering drugs: niacin, fibric-acid derivatives, bile-acid sequestrants, and HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. Describe the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics of each drug. When, specifically, do you use each drug? Include monitoring parameters and patient education.
- How would you differentiate acute bronchospasm from one of the seven differential diagnoses listed in your book and how would you treat it?