Angiotension 2 Receptor Blockers Flashcards

1
Q

These end in sartan…

A

Angiotensin 2 receptor blockers

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What is losartan?

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Angiotension receptor blockers

Blocks receptors for angiotension 2== blood pressure will decrease

Side effects:
Hypotension
Hyperkalemia

The nurse must monitor:
Blood sugar
Hypotension

These medication’s are good replacements for Ace and arbs

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What is valsartan?

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Angiotension receptor blockers

Blocks receptors for angiotension 2== blood pressure will decrease

Side effects:
Hypotension
Hyperkalemia

The nurse must monitor:
Blood sugar
Hypotension

These medication’s are good replacements for Ace and arbs

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What is Candesartan?

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Angiotension receptor blockers

Blocks receptors for angiotension 2== blood pressure will decrease

Side effects:
Hypotension
Hyperkalemia

The nurse must monitor:
Blood sugar
Hypotension

These medication’s are good replacements for Ace and arbs

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