Cardiac ACEs and ARBs Flashcards
1
Q
ACE Inhibitors end in
A
-PRIL
2
Q
Therapeutic uses for Ace Inhibitors
A
MI
CHF
HTN
3
Q
MUST KNOW SIDE EFFECTS for ACEs
A
A angioedema
C cough
E elevated K
4
Q
MOA of ACEs
A
Stops ACE enzyme. Allows blood vessels to be dilated. Also stops the secretion of Aldosterone which prevents the body from holding on to salt.
5
Q
Patient Education for ACEs
A
Avoid Potassium
Report any swelling to HCP
Change positions slowly
6
Q
ARBS end in what?
A
-SARTAN
7
Q
MOA
A
Stops Angiotensin II
8
Q
True or False. ARBs produce more side effects than ACEs.
A
False
