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CARDIOVASCULAR & RENAL SYSTEMS ACE Inhibitors

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ACE Inhibitors Inhibit conversion of_____ to angiotensin II   angiotensin I  
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Ace inhibitors _________ &____resorption by inhibiting aldosterone secretion (causes diuresis & decreases blood volume & return to the heart)   Prevent sodium & water  
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Capoten (captopril) is the drug of choice for ____ .   hypertensive patients with heart failure  
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What is the common drug for ACE inhibitors   Capoten (captopril)
  
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Dizziness, chronic, dry, nonproductive Cough, Salty or Metallic Taste, angioedema (laryngeal swelling) are the side effects of which drug?   : Capoten (captopril)  
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When taking Capoten ___ levels of ____ may increase.   Serum ; digoxin  
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ACE inhibitors like Capoten may cause ____ levels of ___.   May cause increased levels of potassium  
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When taking Capoten ____ toxicity may be induced   lithium  
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What are 5 drug examples for ACE inhibitors?   apoten captopril Vasotec enalapril Accupril quinapril Altace ramipril Prinivil, Zestril lisinopril  
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Direct Vasodilators Cause ___mooth muscle relaxation, resulting in reduced peripheral vascular resistance & a decrease in blood pressure Some are particularly useful in the management of hypertensive emergencies   direct arteriolars;  
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What are four example of drugs for direct vasodilators?   Nitropress, Nipride /nitroprusside sodium Apresoline hydralazine hcl Loniten minioxidil Hyperstat diazoxide  
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Orthostatic hypotension is a side effect for ___   Direct vasodilators  
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Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs) inhibit the movement of ____across a cell membrane   calcium ions  
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Calcium Channel Blockers cause ____& dilation of blood vessels (may cause constipation)   smooth muscle relaxation  
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The Serum digoxin levels may increase when taking___   calcium channel blockers  
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The following are example of _____. Norvasc amiodipine Cardizem diltiazem Plendil felodipine Procardia nifedipine Calan verapamil   Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)  
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Angiotensin Receptor Blockers ( ARBS) bing ____ at the _____   angiotensin; receptors  
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____ do not cause dry cough.   Angiotensin Receptor Blockers ( ARBS)  
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ARBS may being working within ____ _week, but may take ___ to ___ weeks for full therapeutic effects   A week; 3-6 weeks  
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The following are examples of _____ drugs. Atacand candesartan Cozaar losartan Avapro irbesartan   Angiotensin Receptor Blockers ( ARBS)  
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The following are nursing considerations for __. Monitor BP and HR, & record Take orthostatic BP readings (lying, sitting & standing) Weigh daily, & record Change positions slowly (to prevent orthostatic hypotension)   Angiotensin Receptor Blockers ( ARBS)  
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The following are nursing considerations for ____. Teach client about proper diet, weight loss, and exercise Avoid smoking & excessive alcohol Avoid hot environments Reduce stress as much as possible   Angiotensin Receptor Blockers ( ARBS)  
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The following are nursing consideration for ___. Never stop taking medication without consult Antihypertensives may lead to depression Lifelong therapy is usually required   Angiotensin Receptor Blockers ( ARBS)  
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