MedicationsQuestion 21 of 100
A patient is discharged after coronary stent placement with a prescription for clopidogrel (Plavix). What is the purpose of this medication?
a.To lower LDL cholesterol
b.To control blood glucose
c.To lower heart rate and blood pressure
d.To inhibit platelet aggregation and prevent clot formation
Explanation
Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet agent that blocks the P2Y12 ADP receptor, reducing the risk of stent thrombosis, myocardial infarction, and stroke. LDL lowering is the role of statins, glucose control belongs to antidiabetic agents, and heart rate and blood pressure reduction is the role of beta blockers.
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