D398 HLTH 2422 Introduction to Pharmacology FA READINESS EXAM Q & S ©2025/2026
1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following drugs is
considered a first-line treatment for hypertension?
 a) Atenolol
 b) Clonidine
 c) Lisinopril
 d) Furosemide
 Answer: c) Lisinopril
 Rationale: Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor, which is
commonly used as a first-line treatment for hypertension
due to its efficacy in lowering blood pressure and favorable
side effect profile.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: ________ is a medication that inhibits
the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine, commonly
prescribed for depression.
 Answer: Duloxetine
 Rationale: Duloxetine is a selective serotonin and
norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), effective in
treating major depressive disorder by increasing the levels
of these neurotransmitters in the brain.
3. True/False: Beta-blockers are primarily used for the
treatment of arrhythmias.
 Answer: False
 Rationale: While beta-blockers can be used to manage
arrhythmias, their primary use is in the treatment of
hypertension and angina.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following medications are classified as proton pump
inhibitors (PPIs)?
 a) Omeprazole
 b) Ranitidine