Cardiovascular Medications Flashcards
1
Q
A patient is described metoprolol for hypertension because of its action of
A
Inhibiting beta-adrenergic receptors in the cardiac muscle
2
Q
A patient receiving beta-adrenergic blocking agents should be monitored for
A
Respiratory difficulties and bradycardia
3
Q
Nitrates effectively treat angina pectoris by what actions?
A
Increasing coronary blood flow and reducing coronary artery consumption
4
Q
Cardiac ischaemia results in pain referred to as
A
Angina pectoris
5
Q
Medications that increase the force of myocardial contractions have what type of effect
A
Positive inotropic
6
Q
The primary cause of coronary heart disease is
A
Coronary artery disease
7
Q
Digoxin is classified as a
A
Cardiac glycoside
