This category of an antihypertensive medication prevents the conversion of Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II.
What is Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor?
100
Enalapril (Vasotec) is contraindicated in pregnancy because it has the ability to do this:
What is cross the placenta?
100
The most common cardiovascular adverse effect of Enalapril (Vasotec)
What is hypotension?
100
For the first several days of therapy ______ should be monitored regularly.
What is blood pressure?
100
Because of the adverse increase in potassium it is probable that this supplement could contribute to hyperkalemia
What is potassium supplements or salt substitutes?
200
Enalapril (Vasotec) works to reduce peripheral arterial resistance. Another name for peripheral arterial resistance:
What is afterload?
200
When given IV, the onset of the drug is much faster. Because of this the drug can be used in:
What is hypertensive emergencies?
200
These lab draws may show a decrease related to the administration of Enalapril (Vasotec).
What is Hemoglobin and Hematocrit?
200
This lab test should be measured closely during the first few weeks of therapy especially if they have diabetes, impaired kidney function or CHF.
What is serum potassium?
200
This classification of drugs may decrease the antihypertensive activity of Enalapril (Vasotec)
What are NSAIDS?
300
This effect is achieved by the suppression of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.
What is antihypertensive effect?
300
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What is C20H28N2O5
300
This rare adverse effect needs to be reported to your prescriber immediately especially when the tissues of the oral cavity are involved.
What is angioedema?
300
This diet is contraindicated when taking Enalapril (Vasotec)
What is low-sodium diet?
300
As the incidence of hypotension is prevalent with Enalapril (Vasotec) this product should be discontinued for 2-3 days prior to the initial dose of Enalapril (Vasotec)
What is diuretics?
400
What route of administration is most commonly used to administer Enalapril (Vasotec)
What is PO.
400
Enalapril (Vasotec) can be given direct or intermittent. Which of those is given undiluted?
What is direct?
400
The increase in what electrolyte may cause acute renal failure and needs to be closely monitored.
What is potassium?
400
The supervision of ambulation and transfers for older adults are crucial because of this adverse effect.
What is transient hypotension or orthostatic hypotension?
400
Amphotericin B is one drug that is incompatible with Enalapril (Vasotec) via what route
What is IV?
500
______ is a result of taking an ACE inhibitor?
What is increased exercise tolerance?
500
When administered PO, Enalapril (Vasotec) has a first pass effect. When administered IV this drug does NOT have a first pass effect and therefore has a different name which is:
What is Enalaprilat?
500
A major side effect of Enalapril (Vasotec) that is most commonly the reason people discontinue the drug.
What is a dry, non-productive cough?
500
As a patient you are not advised to participate in this activity until your response to the drug is known.
What is drive or other hazardous activities?
500
These products may lead to an increase in lithium levels and a risk for toxicity
What is potassium supplements and potassium-sparing diuretics?