A 65-year-old with HFrEF (EF 25%) on ACEi, carvedilol, and SGLT2 inhibitor remains symptomatic. Potassium 4.5 mEq/L, eGFR 55. What should be added to ...

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A 65-year-old with HFrEF (EF 25%) on ACEi, carvedilol, and SGLT2 inhibitor remains symptomatic. Potassium 4.5 mEq/L, eGFR 55. What should be added to reduce mortality?

Accepted Answer

Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist

Answer

Thiazide diuretic

Answer

Ivabradine first-line

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Non‑DHP calcium-channel blocker

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Nitrate monotherapy

us-abim MCQ (SBA): HFrEF (Add-on MRA)

A 65-year-old with HFrEF (EF 25%) on ACEi, carvedilol, and SGLT2 inhibitor remains symptomatic. Potassium 4.5 mEq/L, eGFR 55. What should be added to reduce mortality?