Congestive Heart Failure Flashcards

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Medical mx of HF?

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ACEI/ARB

Diuretics (loop)

Low dose beta blocker- carvedilol, bisoprolol, nebivolol, titrate slowly

Add spironolactone or eplenerone
Add dig if in AF
Nitrates may improve some sx

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What beta blocker should not be used in HF?

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Atenolol

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What needs to be monitored in HF medical mx?

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BP, esp re postural hypotension
Renal function
Plasma K- high risk hyperkal

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