Ace inhibitors for heart failure problems in baby

Question 1

what do ACE inhibitors do?

Answer 1

ACE inhibitors are medications that slow (inhibit) the activity of the enzyme ACE, which decreases the production of angiotensin II. As a result, blood vessels enlarge or dilate, and blood pressure is reduced. This lower blood pressure makes it easier for the heart to pump blood and can improve the function of a failing heart.

Question 2

what is the relationship with ACE inhibitors and K+?

Answer 2

because they block aldosterone, they’re not retaining sodium and water. As a result, because Na+ and k+ have an inverse relationship, the level of K+ will increase while Na+ decreases, putting the patient at risk for HYPERKALEMIA.

So, with ace inhibitors, we EXCRETE SODIUM and RETAIN POTASSIUM

Question 3

the 2 ACE inhibitors that are mainly prescribed are:

Answer 3

Capoten (KAPÒT) and Vasotec (vésotik)

Question 4

3 main things we need to monitor for when a patient is taking an Ace inhibitor:

Answer 4

• kidney problems
• decreased BP
• Dry cough