Drug Actions
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Specific Drugs
Specific Drugs
Hodge Podge
100
they cause blood volume depletion through sodium excretion in the kidney; they cause vasodilation of peripheral arterioles
What are diuretics?
100
they work by lowering the heart rate and the peripheral vascular resistance
What are alpha-2 agonists?
100
these meds need a baseline bP, wt, Apical Pulse (AP), e-lytes, hydration status
What are lasix and HCTZ? (diuretics)
100
bradycardia, peripheral vasoconstriction & mottling
What are SEE with beta blockers
100
vasoconstriction
What state of the blood vessels raises the BP?
200
they work by blocking the heart's response to sympathetic stimulation; they block the beta receptors of the heart
What are beta adrenergic blockers?
200
They work by decreasing peripheral vascular resistance but they're more effective if a diuretic or beta blocker.
What are direct vasodilators?
200
gastric irritation, abd pain, e-lyte imbalance, hives, itch, rash
What are SER with diuretics?
200
edema, dyspnea, breath sounds. Check for hypoglycemia if diabetic.
What are crucial assessments of the pt with heart failure receiving a beta blocker?
200
vasodilation
What state of the blood vessels lowers BP?
300
they work by interrupting the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone pathway that normally controls BP
What are ACE Inhibitors?
300
they work by inhibiting the movement of calcium across the cell membrane; this relaxes the smooth muscle of the blood vessels
What calcium channel blockers or calcium ion blockers?
300
oral irritation, dry mouth, orthostatic hypotension (OH)
What are SEE with diuretics?
300
increasing edema, labored and fast respirations, crackles and wheezes in the lungs
What are SER with beta blockers in the pt with heart failure?
300
take them before mid-afternoon to prevent nocturia
What is pt ed about time of admin of diuretics
400
they work by blocking angiotensin II receptor sites
What are ARBs?
400
they work by blocking a-1 receptor sites, dilating venous and arteriolar vessels; this decreases PVR
What are alpha-1 adrenergic blockers?
400
mental status changes, decrease muscle strength and muscle cramps, nausea
What are s/s of electrolyte imbalances?
400
Atenolol, Metoprolol, Propranolol
What are examples of beta-adrenergic blocking meds
400
Enalapril, Accupril,Benazepril
What are examples of Ace Inhibitors?
500
they work by blocking the alpha adrenergic receptors; they cause venous and arteriolar vasodilation
What are alpha-1 adrenergic blockers?
500
the sodium saver
What is aldosterone frequently known as?
500
check for hx of respiratory conditions that can be aggravated by bronchoconstriction; diabetes, heart failure, peripheral vascular disease
What are nursing implications for admin of beta blockers?
500
hold if SBP is less than 100 and AP less than 50
What are nursing implications for beta blockers?
500
amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine
What are examples of calcium channel blockers or calcium antagonists or calcium ion blockers
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