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WorksheetsPharm cardio chpt 9
Total questions: 70
Worksheet time: 38mins
What affects NS control or blocks receptors that respond to body's natural adrenergic substances like epinephrine & norepinephrine
Adrenergic
Angiotensin II receptor blockers ARB
Beta blockers
What blocks vasoconstriction & aldosterone secreting effects of angiotensin II, it lowers B/P by blocking angiotensin II receptor sites
Angiotensin II receptor blockers ARB
Antidysrhythmic
calcium channel blockers
What type of medication can someone take to make heart rhythm more regular and to reduce dysrhythmias
diuretic
inotropic
antidysrhythmic
What can of medication treats hyperlipidemia, and targets blood cholesterol levels
adrenergic
calcium channel blockers
antihyperlipidemics
What type of medication is an antagonist that blocks activity of beta adrenergic receptors. Lowers B/P and slows HR also
beta blocker
calcium channel blockers
diuretic
What is an antihypertensive drug that lowers B/P by reducing effect of calcium in the heart
channel blockers
calcium channel blockers
inotropic
What classification of medication decreases fluid volume by increasing urine output
lasix
furosemide
diuretic
hydroxymehylglutary coenzyme A reductase inhibitor (statin) does what
lowers B/P
fluid retention
lowers blood low density lipoproteins levels
cholesterol
Inotropic medications deals with what
deals with EF
cardiac output
heart rate
myocardium contractility
What category does
Thiazides
Loop and
Potassium sparing belong to
antihypertensives
diuretics
there all seperate
Action: Increases urine output by preventing water, sodium, potassium and chloride from being reabsorb
inotropic
thiazide diuretics
loop diuretics
potassium sparing diuretics
Expected side effects while taking this medication:
increases uric gout
potassium sparing diuretic
loop diuretic
thiazide diuretic
Adverse side effect while taking a thiazide diuretic
dehydration & severe hypokalemia
severe diaphoresis
intense hunger
When teaching the pt & fm about thiazide diuretics you need to include
take drug when ever you notice more edema
take drug only as prescribed
double up on missed doses
do not skip or double up on doses
You can take this medication in low amounts if you are pregnant and breastfeeding
thiazide diuretic
statin
lisinopril
amlodipine
Older adults are more likely to develop
while taking a thiazide diuretic
postural hypotension
confusion
low potassium
increased serum glucose
What do you need to monitor for in older adults taking a thiazide diuretic
dehydration
symptoms of hypokalemia
muscle weakness
irregular heart beat
Action: increases urine output by blocking active transport of chloride, sodium, and potassium in ascending loop of henle
diuretic
potassium sparing diuretic
loop diuretic
What should you watch for in pts taking a loop diuretic
irregular HR, low B/P, dry mouth
low potassium
low potassium
dry mouth
increased thirst
muscle cramps
fatigue
mood changes
What should you remind your diabetic pt to do after they have taken a loop diuretic. And what should you monitor as the nurse
get up fast and do some walking
get up slowly
blood glucose
What is an adverse side effects of loop diuretics
hyperkalemia
hypokalemia
hypocalcemia
things you should monitor for pts taking loop diuretics
monior potassium levels
monitor daily I&O
monitor daily weight
Action: increases excretion of water and sodium, increases urine output without loss of potassium in the urine
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
diuretics
potassium sparing diruretics
What are the 2 common drugs for BPH
Dihydrotestosterone inhibitors
Finasteride
Selective alpha 1 blockers
Tamsulosin
Lasix
Finasteride
what medication is an dihydrotesterone inhibitor
Tamsulosin
Finasteride
Diuretic
You need to warn patients and the family especially pregnant women not to handle or touch this medication because they can cause birth defects
any medication
bladder anesthetics
Tamsulosin
When taken orally they are excreted into the urine and acts as a local anesthetic on the mucous membranes of the urinary tract
Cranberry pills
lasix
phenazopyridine
Pts that are taking phenazopyridine you need to teach them
this medication turns urine red/orange color
only used for 2 days
call your PCP if you notice any yellowing skin or eyes
What occurs in both men and women but more common in women
bladder issues
hyperlipidemia
diabetes
overactive bladder
what are Hmg Coa reductase inhibitors
B/P meds
anxiety meds
statins
what medication is an Hmg-Coa reductase inhibitor
simvastatin
lasix
furosemide
Action: lowers blood LDL levels by slowing liver production and does not remove dietary cholesterol from the bloodstream
Hmg Coa reductase inhibitors (statins)
antihyperlipidemics
antidysrrhymics
When a pt is taking a Hmg Coa reductase inhibitor (statin) you need to teach them to
drink plenty of fluids
avoid fried fatty foods
avoid alcohol
Expected side effects when taking Hmg Coa reductase inhibitors (statin)
abdominal pain
diarrhea
muscle pain (myalgia)
hypertension
When taking a Hmg Coa reductase inhibitor (statin) what is an adverse effect
liver function
increased liver enzymes
increased hypertension
When a pt is taking a statin (Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor) what do you need to teach them
avoid grapefruit juice
look for light colored stools
check for dark urine, and severe muscle aches
All of the above
Non statin antihyperlipidemic drug are
Bile Acid Sequestrants
Statins
Antihypertensives
Action: reduce absorption of fat soluble vitamins (A,D,E,K)
Antihyperlipidemics
Non statin antihyperlipidemic drugs: Bile acid sequestrants
Antihypertensives
Primary HTN specific cause is
comes with aging
from stress
unknown
Secondary HTN is from a
lifestyle modifications
stress
specific cause
Antihypertensives are:
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAA's) Drugs
Calcium channel blockers
Adrenergic agents
Antihypertensives
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system Drugs includes:
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor
(ACE I)
Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB)
Calcium channel blockers
Pts taking Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACE I) may experience what
dry cough
increased thirst
cough with sputum
Action: reduces high blood pressure by stopping the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II
ACE inhibitor
(angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor)
ARB
(angiotensin II receptor blocker)
Adrenergic agents
Action: blocks vasocontrition and aldosterone secreting effects of angiotensin II
(ARB)
Angiotensin II receptor blocker
(ACE I)
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor
Calcium channel blockers
When a male pt is taking a antihypertensives renin angiotensin aldosterone system Drug what should you ask about
hypertension
side effects/impotence
decreased liver function
When a patient is taking an antihypertensive
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system Drug what do you need to teach the pt and family
take this drug as needed when B/P is elevated
every day
take this drug exactly as prescribed
if you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember
Calcium channel blocking agents are
amlodipine
verapamil
atorvastatin
labatolol HCL
Action: slow flow of calcium for muscle contraction and produces relaxation of coronary and systemic arteries
adrenergic agents
alpha/beta blockers
calcium channel blocking agents
What is a common side effect of calcium channel agents like amlodipine & verapamil
edema in lower extremities
fluid retention
decreased liver function
what should be avoided in patients with heart failure
calcium channel blocking agents
adrenergic agents
alpha beta blockers
Adrenergic agents are
alpha blockers
alpha/beta blockers
calcium channel blockers
Labetalol HCL is an adrenergic agent and a
alpha/beta blocker
nitrate
diuretic
hydralazine is a
vasoconstrictor
vasodilator
diuretic
Action: dilate blood vessels by relaxing vascular smooth muscle in peripheral venous system and reduces resistance to blood flow in arterial system
vasodilator
vasoconstrictor
nitrate
What is an expected side effect of taking a Nitrate
(more than 50% of people experience this)
hypertension
migraines
throbbing headaches
Pt having acute angina you as the nurse should get what information
onset, duration, location, characteristics of pain
ask pt if they have taken a nitrate
what medications do you take
What happens when you swallow a NGT tablet
nothing you can take them orally
increases potency
decreases potency
NGT tablets are absorbed best where
orally
under the tongue
above the tongue
When patients are taking a nitrate you may see a drop in what, since nitrates are vasodilators
increased blood pressure
decreased blood pressure
elevated heart rate
Do NOT give this medication if blood pressure is lower than 90/60
nitrate
beta blockers
inotropic drugs
Nitates should be kept where to prevent breakdown
in your car in your dash
dark container
openly in there pocket
Beta blockers often end with
-olol
-pril
-sartan
ACE I often end with
-sartan
-olol
-pril
ARB's often end with
-olol
-sartan
-pril
Action: affects contractility of the myocardium heart muscle
beta blockers
inotropic drugs
antihypertensives
A _________ inotropic like digoxin for example activates proteins in heart muscle increasing ability to contract
positive
negative
sartan
Patients with HF an increased force of contractility may lead to an improvement in
cardiac output
stroke volume
cardiac input
Adverse reactions from taking Digoxin toxicity include
anorexia
N/V, diarrhea
visual disturbances
irregular heart beat
Digoxin dosage for adults is
0.5 to 0.25mg
10-20mg
0.125 to 0.25mg
