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

What therapeutic effect do GP IIb/IIIa inhibitors have?

1. Decrease cholesterol levels

2. Prevent formation of thrombi

3. Increase vitamin K absorption

4. Stimulate erythropoiesis

The correct answer is: Prevent formation of thrombi

Therapeutic Effect GP IIb/IIIa inhibitors have the therapeutic effect of preventing the formation of thrombi. This is achieved by blocking the GP IIb/IIIa receptor on platelets, which is responsible for platelet aggregation and the formation of blood clots. Option A is incorrect because GP IIb/IIIa inhibitors do not have any effect on cholesterol levels. Option C is also incorrect because these inhibitors do not have any impact on vitamin K absorption. Option D is incorrect because GP IIb/IIIa inhibitors do not stimulate erythropoiesis, the production of red blood cells. Overall, the important therapeutic effect of GP IIb/IIIa inhibitors is their ability to prevent the formation of blood clots, which can be beneficial in certain medical conditions such as heart attacks and stroke.