NUR 106 (UNIT 5) Cardiovascular Therapy Non-Diuretic Cardiac Drugs Study Guide Exam And Answers 2024.

Cardiac Electrophysiology - correct answer Afterload - correct answer the resistance that the ventricles have to overcome to pump out the blood through the aorta. Preload and Afterload - correct answer Antihypertensive Drugs (memory) - correct answer ACE-Inhibitors (memory) - correct answer A-pril A for ACE inhibitor and the names contain "-pril" ACE Inhibitor method of action - correct answer Decrease in blood flow (kidneys) signals --> release of renin --> angiotension --> enzyme --> angiotensen II --> increase in peripheral resistance --> increase in BP ACE Inhibitors block the enzyme and stops the process which leads to a reduction in BP Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACE) Actions - correct answer Blocks ACE from converting angiotensin I to angiotensin II, leading to a decrease in blood pressure, a decrease in aldosterone production, and a small increase in serum potassium levels along with sodium and fluid loss Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACE) Contras - correct answer Allergies Impaired renal function Pregnancy (birth defects) and lactation