Diuretics
This tells me the diuretic is working.
What is decreased weight?
I can't get rid of this cough.
What are the "prils"?
Increased pumping action and decreased heart rate.
What is digoxin?
Oh my muscles hurt.
What are statins?
I'm pregnant I can't have that.
What are statins?
I am taking this so no Mrs Dash for me.
What are potassium sparing diuretics?
Prevents angiotensin II from binding to receptor sites.
What are ARBs?
My heart failure is getting worse.
What are calcium channel blockers?
I can't take that because of my gall bladder.
What are fibrates?
Must be kept in the original container.
What is nitroglycerin?
My leg cramps really hurt.
What is hypokalemia?
Needed to block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
What is ACE Inhibitor?
Hold if less than 60 bpm.
What is digoxin?
Increases intestinal excretion of fat.
What is Bile Acid Sequestrants?
This class decreases edema & indirectly lowers BP.
What are diuretics?
Decreases fluid volume and BP by relaxing smooth muscle.
What are thiazides?
I have asthma so don't give me this.
What is a beta blocker?
I must check the BP and pulse before giving.
What is CCB and BB?
Vasodilation
What is niacin?
Anorexia/nausea, palpatations, and blurred vision.
What is digoxin toxicity?
Watch for hyperglycemia.
What are loops & thiazides?
These medications for hypertension can cause hyperkalemia.
What are ACEs & ARBs
The 3 x 5 rule.
What is give a maximum of 3 nitro SL every 5 minutes for angina?
My muscles hurt but now my kidneys are failing.
What is rhabdomyolysis?
I can take this and it can affect my bones.
What are loops?