Miscellaneous
Why is Lasix given to a CHF patient
It's a diuretic; to remove extra fluid
Ace Inhibitors often end in
-pril
Beta blockers often end in:
-lol
Name an example drug
verapamil, diltiazem
A patient on an anticoagulant has an INR of 5.8
Stop taking it and notify HCP
What would hematemesis or tarry stools indicate following thrombolytics?
A potential complication/bleeding
Which Ace inhibitor is commonly used for CHF
Enalapril
These vital signs must be checked before giving
Apical pulse and blood pressure
What arrhythmia is this medication used to treat
SVT or rapid atrial tachycardia
The antidote for Lovenox subQ
Protamine Sulfate
Digoxin is held for an apical pulse that is
less than 60
What is the signature drug for this class?
Capoten (Captopril)
What Beta Blocker is approved for use with CHF?
Metoprolol
What should you monitor with calcium channel blockers?
apical pulse and BP
What is an antidote to warfarin
vitamin K
A potassium sparing diuretic
Aldactone (Spironalactone)
What is important to monitor with Ace Inhibitors?
kidney function and potassium levels
How do beta blockers work?
decrease the workload of the heart
How do calcium channel blockers work?
causes coronary vasodilation
What is a contraindication for anticoagulants or thrombolytics?
how does nitro relieve angina?
dilates blood vessels and decreases oxygen demand
What effect do Ace inhibitors have on the heart?
Relaxes blood vessels and eases the workload
What arrhythmia does this often treat?
ventricular or persistant sinus tachycardia
Why should you be cautious if giving this with digoxin?
It can increase digoxin toxicity
What time period can thrombolitics such as streptokinase be given in for an MI
less than 6 hours