Chapter 12 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the double product?
A
multiply HR and systolic pressure to ascertain myocardial work load
2
Q
What is the energy preference of the heart?
A
fatty acids
3
Q
What drug inhibits fatty acid metabolism in the heart?
A
ranolazine
4
Q
What drug can block the funny channel?
A
ivabradine
5
Q
What drug should nitrates never be taken simultaneously with?
A
sildenafil
6
Q
What metabolite can nitrites create?
A
methemoglobin
7
Q
What three drugs, in order, are used to treat cyanide poisoning?
A
amyl nitrite
sodium nitrite
sodium thiosulfate
8
Q
Other than nitrates, what other drugs can be used for angina?
A
CCBs
9
Q
Other than lidocaine, what drug can block the late sodium channels?
A
Ranolazine
