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What is the MOA of Statins?

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Inhibits one of the liver enzymes required to synthesize cholesterol

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List 2 Examples of Statins

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  1. Atorvastatin
  2. Simvastatin
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What is the Schedule, Classification and Nursing Considerations of Atorvastatin?

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Schedule: 4
Classification: Hypolipidemic Agent
NC: Monitor liver function, lipid levels to be reviewed every 6-12 months and may increase plasma concentration of Digoxin

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What is the Schedule, Classification and Nursing Considerations of Simvastatin?

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Schedule: 4
Classification: Hypolipidemic Agent
NC: Monitor liver function, lipid levels to be reviewed every 6-12 months and use caution when taking Warfarin and Digoxin

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A, A, B, C, D are classes of Hypertension Medications. List them.

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ACE Inhibitors
Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists
Beta Blockers
Calcium Channel Blockers
Diuretics

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List 2 Examples of ACE Inhibitors.

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  1. Perindopril
  2. Captopril
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List 3 Common Adverse Effects of ACE Inhibitors.

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  1. Hypotension
  2. Headache
  3. Hyperkalaemia
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What is the MOA of ACE Inhibitors?

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Inhibits the conversion of angiotensin I into angiotensin II, allowing vasodilation

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What is the Schedule, Classification and Nursing Considerations of Perindopril?

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Schedule: 4
Classification: Anti-Hypertensive Agent
NC: risk of hypotension, may produce persistent cough

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List 2 Examples of Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists.

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  1. Irbesartan
  2. Losartan
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What is the MOA of Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists?

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Inhibits angiotensin II receptors so that smooth muscles in the vasculature do not constrict

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What is the Schedule, Classification and Nursing Considerations of Irbesartan?

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Schedule: 4
Classification: Anti-Hypertensive Agent
NC: maximum effect in 4-6 weeks, monitor BP before and after

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List 2 Examples of Beta-Blockers.

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  1. Atenolol
  2. Metoprolol
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What is the MOA of Beta-Blockers?

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Inhibiting beta receptors on heart muscles and reduce the affects of adrenaline

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List 3 Adverse Effects of Beta-Blockers.

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  1. Insomnia
  2. Vivid Dreams
  3. Bronchoconstriction
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What is the Schedule, Classification and Nursing Considerations of Metoprolol?

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Schedule: 4
Classification: Anti-Hypertensive Agent
NC: monitor BP before and after, monitor for hypotension and bradycardia

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List 2 Examples of Calcium Channel Blockers.

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  1. Nifedipine
  2. Verapamil
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What is the MOA of Calcium Channel Blockers?

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Decreases availability of Ca within the heart - relaxing smooth muscle

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What is the Schedule, Classification and Nursing Considerations of Verapamil?

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Schedule: 4
Classification: Anti-Hypertensive Agent
NC: monitor BP before and after, monitor for hypotension and bradycardia, and avoid grapefruit

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List the 3 Types of Diuretics.

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  1. Thiazide
  2. Loop
  3. Potassium-Sparing
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What is the MOA and Nursing Considerations of Diuretics?

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Reduces blood volume and inhibits the reabsorption of Na, Cl and K+ ions.
Monitor BP before and after, monitor fluid balance and kidney functions, and take K+ supplements

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List 2 Examples of Peripheral Vasodilators, and which is most optimal and why?

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  1. Glyceryl Nitrate (GTN)
  2. Isosorbide Dinitrate

GTN is most optimal, as it is administered sublingually - avoiding the first pass effect

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What is the MOA and Nursing Considerations of Peripheral Vasodilators?

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MOA: reduces workload on the heart via vasodilation
NC: monitor for excessive vasodilation (headache, hypotension)

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List 1 Example of Cardiac Glycosides.

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What is the MOA, Indication and Nursing Considerations of Cardiac Glycosides?
MOA: increases the force of myocardial contraction and restore normal heart rhythm Indication: atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and heart failure NC: monitor HR before administration - w/h if <60 beats/min, monitor digoxin levels - therapeutic dose is close to toxic concentration
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How can Verapamil assist with Cardiac Arrhythmias?
Inhibits atrio-ventricular conduction
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What is another Anti-Arrhythmic, its MOA and Nursing Considerations?
Amiodarone MOA: prolongs action potential NC: monitor adverse effects, drug interactions and toxicity
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List 3 Examples of Adrenergic Agonists.
1. Adrenaline 2. Dopamine 3. Dobutamine
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What is the MOA and Nursing Considerations of Adrenergic Agonists?
MOA: increase force of contraction NC: given IV, monitor cardiac response
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What is the Schedule, Classification, MOA and Nursing Considerations of Heparin?
Schedule: 4 Classification: Anti-Coagulant MOA: increases function of natural coagulation inhibitor (Antithrombin III) NC: SC or IV only, monitor via APTT blood tests, antidote = protamine
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What is the Schedule, Classification, MOA and Nursing Considerations of Enoxaparin?
Schedule: 4 Classification: Anti-Coagulant MOA: increases function of natural coagulation inhibitor (Antithrombin III) NC: SC only - rotate injection sites, do not expel air bubble in syringe, do not rub injection site
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What is the Schedule, Classification, MOA and Nursing Considerations of Warfarin?
Schedule: 4 Classification: Anti-Coagulant MOA: inhibits the enzyme needed to convert Vit K to an active form -> reducing clotting NC: - considered high risk - avoid leafy greens - monitor via INR monitor for toxicity, antidote = Vit K
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What is the Schedule, Classification, MOA and Nursing Considerations of Aspirin?
Schedule: unscheduled or S2 Classification: Anti-Platelet Agent MOA: inhibits unwanted thrombus formation by decreasing platelet aggregation (COX-2 selective inhibitor) NC: may cause gastric irritation, must cease 7 days before surgery, monitor via blood test

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