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Calcium channel blockers (CCB) are used to treat what?
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Hypertension, angina, and dysrhythmias.
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Angiotension converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors are used to treat what?
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Hypertension and heart failure.
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Beta andrenergic blockers (bets-blockers) are used to treat what?
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Hypertension, angina, and dysrhythmias.
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Direct vasodilators are used to treat what?
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Hypertension.
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How does calcium effect the heart?
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It effects contraction.
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What is the mechanism of action of CCB?
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Blocks calcium channels in smooth muscle, reducing BP, afterload, and myocardial oxygen demand. Dilate coronary arteries, bringing oxygen, thus reduce angina. Slows conduction velocity thus decreasing the HR.
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When you vasoconstrict vessels does the BP increase or decrease?
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The BP would increase.
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What do ACE inhibitors end in?
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Pril
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What is the mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors?
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Block the conversion of antiotensin I to angiotensin II.
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What are the effects of ACE inhibitors?
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Decrease BP, inhibit aldosterone levels, and a decrease in fluid levels.
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What is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors?
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Orthostatic hypotension.
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What is a life threatening side effect of ACE inhibitors?
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Angioedema.
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What is the mechanism of beta-blockers?
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Decreases sympathetic stimulation.
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What are some of the effects of beta-blockers?
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Decreases BP, reduces cardiac output, reduces angina, and treats certain dysrhythmias.
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What do beta-blockers end in?
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olol.
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