NSG 6005 Pharm Week 5 Cardiovascular Questions with Complete Solutions

Assessments needed before prescribing HTN meds CORRECT ANSWER BP (at least 3), head-toe, Labs (renal fxn & K+) Why are ACE Inhibitors good for diabetics? CORRECT ANSWER improves insulin sensitivity and protects the kidneys What creatinine level would cause a change in dosage of ACE Inhibitors? CORRECT ANSWER >2.5 What pathological change in heart failure is not addressed by ACE inhibitor? CORRECT ANSWER Activation of sympathetic NS - that increases heart rate Drug of choice for older adults with heart failure CORRECT ANSWER ACE inhibitors What drug is contraindicated to treat heart failure in pregnancy CORRECT ANSWER ACE inhibitors What is used to treat heart failure in pregnancy especially in the late stages CORRECT ANSWER Beta Blockers Diabetic and HTN patients should be treated with CORRECT ANSWER ACE inhibitors