NSG 6005 Pharm Week 5 Cardiovascular, Blood, Autonomic NS Study

NSG 6005 Pharm Week 5 Cardiovascular, Blood, Autonomic NS Study Assessments needed before prescribing HTN meds - ANSWER BP (at least 3), head-toe, Labs (renal fxn & K+) Why are ACE Inhibitors good for diabetics? - ANSWER improves insulin sensitivity and protects the kidneys What creatinine level would cause a change in dosage of ACE Inhibitors? - ANSWER >2.5 What pathological change in heart failure is not addressed by ACE inhibitor? - ANSWER Activation of sympathetic NS - that increases heart rate Drug of choice for older adults with heart failure - ANSWER ACE inhibitors What drug is contraindicated to treat heart failure in pregnancy - ANSWER ACE inhibitors What is used to treat heart failure in pregnancy especially in the late stages - ANSWER Beta Blockers