Midterm Exam:NR 565 MIDTERM: Questions & Answers (Advanced Pharmacology) Updated APlus Guide

What is the action of Aldosterone (Ans- Na+ resorption, K+ excretion Are drugs that block the RASS SAFE IN PREGNANCY (Ans- Only in the 1st Trimester DO NOT USE IN 2ND and 3RD Trimester What is the name of an Ace Inhibiter {prils} (Ans- Lisinopril What is the MOA of ACE inhibitors? (Ans- These agents inhibit the angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE), preventing the conversion of angiotensin I (AngI) to angiotensin II (AngII) , a potent vasoconstrictor. What is the Adverse Reaction to ACE inhibitors (Ans- Cough Angioedema- occurs anytime When is the only time you would not give ACE inhibitors (Ans- Bilateral renal Stenosis ACE inhibitors can be benificial in which population? (Ans- At risk for end stage renal disease Diabetic What baseline data and monitoring for ACE Inhibitors (Ans- GFR, Creatinine etc 2-4 weeks