NSG 124 Pharmacology Exam 3 Questions and Correct Answers the Latest Update and Recommended Version
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What is an ACE Inhibitor?
→ Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme
→ :Causes vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure
→ ACE Inhibitors relax heart and decrease blood pressure
What is an examples of a drug ACE Inhibitor?
→ Captopril (Capten)
→ Benazepril
→ Perindopril
→ Trandolapr...
→ Diuretics, Antihypertensives, potassium supplements, lithium, and NSAIDS
What are the adverse effects of ACE inhibitors?
→ Hypotension (<90 SBP); dry cough; hyperkalemia (potassium 3.5-5) angioedema
(deep tissue swelling (face, mouth, eyes, throat- high risk in african americans); Diiness
in changing positions (orthostatic hypotension)zz
what do you monitor while patient is on ACE inhibitors?
→ BP, Potassium levels (3.5-5), BUN (5-20), creatinine (0.6-1.2), I&O, angioedema (deep
tissue swelling (face, mouth, eyes, throat- mostly seen in african americans)
Education on ACE inhibitors and ARB's
→ BP & pulse regularly
→ Avoid salt substitutes w/ potassium rich foods (potatoes, bananas, pork, oranges,
tomatoes, avocados, spinach)
→ Talk to MD if dry cough is not tolerated instead of stopping medication.
→ Spironolactone with ACE or ARB's can increase potassium in blood.
→
→ DO OT double dose when dose is forgotten. Take dose as scheduled next day. Risk of
severe hypotension if doubled.
What are ARB's?
→ Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers
What examples of drugs are used for ARB's?
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