cardiac drugs: vasodilators - general Flashcards
1
Q
vasoconstriction is the body’s response to (low/high) BP due to a failing heart
A
low BP
- makes it harder for the failing heart to pump blood
2
Q
in response to low BP, the kidneys will also retain more what (for what purpose?)
- why is this bad?
A
Na to increase blood volume
- it can “flood” the heart
3
Q
what hormone helps angiotensinogen turn into angiotensin 1 ?
A
renin
4
Q
what hormone turns angiotensin 1 into angiotensin 2 ?
A
ACE
5
Q
this is responsible for vasoconstriction and sodium retention
A
angiotensin 2
