Question

A 58-year-old with newly diagnosed HFrEF (LVEF 30%) is euvolemic and on lisinopril 10 mg daily. Which evidence-based medication class should be added next to reduce mortality and HF hospitalization?

Accepted Answer

SGLT2 inhibitor (e.g., dapagliflozin)

Answer

Short-acting nitrates as needed

Answer

Dihydropyridine calcium-channel blocker

Answer

Ivabradine immediately

Answer

Loop diuretic daily

Practice question

A 58-year-old with newly diagnosed HFrEF (LVEF 30%) is euvolemic and on lisinopril 10 mg daily. Which evidence-based medication class should be added next to reduce mortality and HF hospitalization?