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Drugs for HF (Module 2 - Pharmacology)
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ARBS end in "-sartan"
Actions are very similar to ACE inhibitors |
Used for patients who are unable to tolerate the adverse effects of ACE inhibitors |
NURSE'S ROLE
Monitor CBC |
Impaired kidney function |
Hyperkalemia |
autoimmune disease |
Assess for hypotension |
PATIENT TEACHING |
Contraception |
Sodium/Potassium interaction |
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PRIMARY USE
HTN |
HF |
*For those who cannot tolerate ACE inhibitors |
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MECHANISM OF ACTION
Receptor agonist that block type 1 angiotensin II receptors on blood vessels & the heart |
Dilate arteries and veins reducing arterial pressure, thus preload and afterload improving cardiac output |
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ADVERSE EFFECTS
Hypotension |
Hyperkalemia |
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