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Action, Uses, Side Effects |
A: Lowers BP, CO, Peripheral Vascular Resistance U: hypertension, hypertensive emergencies, antianginal SE: Sedation, Sexual Dysfunction, Hypotension |
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Beta-Adrenergic Blockers |
A: Beta-1; decreases rate Beta-2; Can block lungs receptors U: Uncomplicated Hypertension, Dysrhythmias, Angina SE: Bronchoconstriction, CHF, the usual |
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Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors |
A: Lowers peripheral vascular resistance U: Hypertension, Heart failure SE: GI Distress, Angioedema, Dizziness |
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Calcium Channel Blockers |
A: Blocks calcium access to cells U: Angina, Hypertension (nifidipine), Dysrhythmias (verapamil and dilitiazem), Edema SE: Peripheral Edema, Abdominal Discomfort, N & V, 🤕 |
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Nursing Considerations Anti-Hypertensives |
Lifestyle change Monitor electrolyte, hepatic, renal serum blood studies Avoid abrupt withdrawal of drugs |
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Nursing Considerations Beta Blockers |
Check BP before administration Propanol beta 1 + 2 Metopropol beta 1 Atenol beta 1 + (2 in high doses) |
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Nursing Considerations ACE |
-instruct slow movements -on empty stomach - Avoid potassium |
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Nursing Considerations Calcium Blockers |
-Do not crush/chew medication -Teach about orthstatic hypotension -Check liver/renal fx |
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Nitroglycerin |
A: Relaxes venous and arterials U: Angina pain relief, suppresses tachycardia SE: orthostatic hypotension, blurred vision, dry mouth |
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Nursing Considerations Nitroglycerin |
- Avoid alcohol - no swallowing/ chewing the sustain released tablets - client w. Angina pectoris carry nitrate 24/7 |
