Drug Class and Mechanisms
Drug Class
ACE inhibitor
Primary Use
HTN
common respiratory side effect
dry cough
vital signs to check before giving
BP
Dietary teaching
avoid potassium supplements/salt substitutes
Enzyme blocked
angiotensin converting enzyme
Used after this cardiac event
MI
dangerous swelling reaction
angioedema
Labs to monitor
potassium, BUN,creatinine
rise slowly to prevent
orthostatic hypotension
Effect on BP
lowers BP
Protects kidneys with this disorder
Diabetes
BP related side effect
hypotension
first dose risk
hypotension
Report facial swelling because of risk of
angioedema
Hormone decreased
aldosterone
Used in this chronic heart condition
heart failure
electrolyte imbalance
hyperkalemia
safe to take during pregnancy?
NO
BP control requires medication be taken how often
daily
Effect on vessels
vasodilation
Helps reduce cardiac workload by decreasing
afterload
CNS effect
dizziness
renal risk condition
renal artery stenosis
Does dry cough need to be reported?
Yes