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drug therapy for dyslipidemia Flashcards

1
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where are blood lipids derived from

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diet

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where are blood lipids synthesized

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at the cellular level by liver and intestine

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3
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name 3 lipids

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-cholesterol
-phosoplipids
-triglycerides

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4
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where are lipids found and what do they do

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found in body cells and they perform essential functions

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5
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how are lipids transported

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-transported in plasma by lipoproteins
-each lipoprotein contains cholesterol, phospholipid, and triglyceride bound to protein

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look at this thing

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7
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what is metabolic syndrome

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a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes

doubles the risk of cardiovascular disease

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what conditions indicate metabolic syndrome

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  • increased weight circumference/abdominal obesity
  • increased triglceride levels (result from excessive dietary proteins and carbs)
  • increasesd LDL and decreased HDL
  • increased BP, HTN
  • increased fasting glucose (r/t insulin resistance)
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what is the goal with metabolic syndrome

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prevention or early detection

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10
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what is dyslipidemia (aka hyperlipidemia)

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increased level of lipids in the blood

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what are some risk factors associated with having dyslipidemia

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-major risk factor for CAD
-associated wit atherosclerosis
-many pathophysiologic effects
-MI and ischemia
-CVA
-peripheral arterial occlusive disease

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12
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what is the tx goal with dyslipidemia

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reduce morbidity and mortality

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13
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there are two types of dyslipidemia, what are they?

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-primary
-secondary

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14
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describe primary dyslipidemia

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-genetic, familial
-mutation in LDL receptor

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15
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describe secondary dyslipidemia

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-lifestyle associated
-dietary habits, other diseases
-DM, alcoholism, hyperhtyroidism
-obesity, obstructive liver disease

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16
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what are symptoms of high cholesterol

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-loose stools
-depression
-stomach distention
-poor appetite
-weight gain
-heart pain
-fatigue
-bumps
-aching pain

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17
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according to the NCEP treatment guidelines, where should someones total serum cholesterol be?

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<200

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according to the NCEP treatment guidelines, where should someones LDL be

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<100

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according to the NCEP treatment guidelines, where should someones HDL be

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greater than 60

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20
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when determining lipoprotein levels, complete lipoprotein profile should be collected after…

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12 hour fast

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look at this thing

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22
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what are the NCEP treatment guidelines

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  • assess for and treat conditions known to increase blood lipids
  • stop meds that increase blood lipids if possible
  • start low fat diet, or maditerranean diet
  • increase dietary intake of soluble fiber
  • dietary supplements and cholesterol lowering methods
  • start weight reduction diet (if pt is overweight or obese)
  • emphasize regular aerobis exercise
  • smoking cessation
  • postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy
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23
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name some general characteristics of antidyslipidemics

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-decrease blood lipids
-prevent/delay atherosclerotic plaque development
-promote regression of existing atherosclerotic plaque
-reduce morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular disease

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24
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describe the mechanism of action of antidyslipidemics

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alter production (absorption of lipids and lipoproteins) and metabolism (removal of lipids and lipoproteins)

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25
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when is pharmacotherapy for dyslipidemia initiated?

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when 6 months of dietary/lifestyle changes fail to decrease dyslipidemia to acceptable levels

26
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what do HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors or “statins” do?

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decrease cholesterol production = decrease LDL, VLDL, and triglycerides w/o reducing HDL (may increase)

27
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what are some examples of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors

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atorvastatin, provastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin

28
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describe the pharmacokinetics of statins

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-extensive first pass effect
-food decreases absorption rate
-80-85% excreted in stool, rest in urine

29
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what are some side effects of statins

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-myalgias
-nausea
-constipation or diarrhea

30
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what are some drugs that interact with statins

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-Mg+ anatacids
-“azole” antifungals
-some antibiotics
-cholestyramine

31
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what are some nursing implications r/t statins

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-evening or HS administration (2100) bc cholesterol synthesis occurs at this time of day
-avoid grapfruit and pomegranate juice, red yeast rice, vitamin B3 (increase effects)
-monitor liver function tests and assess for signs of rhabdomyolysis (severe msucle cramps, cola coloerd urine, extreme fatigue) ; stop and call physician
-educate on importance of adherance, diet and exercise along with medication for increase success to reach therapy goal

32
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should a pregnant person take statins?

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nope, pregnancy category X

33
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what do bile acid sequestrants do?

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binds bile acids in intestinal lumen = bile acids excreted via stool = prevents recirculation to liver = stimulates increase bile acid synthesis from chlesterol in the liver = increases cholesterol to the liver = lowers serum LDL

34
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give an example of a bile acid sequestrants

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cholestyramine

35
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describe the pharmacokinetics of bile acid sequestrants

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-not absorbed with oral administration
-excreted unchanged in stool
-decrease LDL within a week of use and max levels will maximize in one month

36
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what are some side effects of bile acid sequestrants

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-GI fullness
-flatulence
-constipation
-diarrhea

r/t no systemic absorption

37
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what are some side effects of bile acid sequestrants

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-GI fullness
-flatulence
-constipation
-diarrhea

r/t no systemic absorption

38
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what are some nursing implications r/t bile acid sequestrants

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-decrease absorption of many drugs (digoxin, folic acid, propranolol, thiazide diuretics, warfarin)
-fibers can increase effect
-can prevent absorption of fat soluble vitamins (A,D,E,K)
-give other meds 1 hour before or 4-6 hours after

39
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what do fibrates do?

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increase oxidation of fatty acids in liver and muscle tissue = decrease hepatic production of triglycerides, VLDL and increase HDL

40
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give two examples of fibrates

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-fenofibrate
-gemfibrozil

41
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descirbe the pharmacokinetics of fibrates

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-oral administration
-highly protien bound
-peak 6-8 hours
-liver metabolism
-urinary excretion

42
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what are some side effects of fibrates

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-GI discomfort
-diarrhea
-risk for gallstones, not for pts with preexisting/PMH of gallbladder disease

43
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what are some nursing implications r/t fibrates

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-can enhance effects of warfarin
-increase risk for myopathies or rhabdomyolysis
-can decrease effects of bile sequestrants
-gamfibrozil must be taken on an empty stomach (30 mins before a meal)

44
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what do cholesterol absorption inhibitors do

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inhibit absorption of cholesterol in small intestines and decrease delivery of intestinal cholesterol to the liver = reduced hepatic cholesterol stores and increasing cholesteral clearance from blood

45
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give and example of cholesterol absorption inhibitors

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ezetimibe

46
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describe the pharmacokinetics of cholesterol absorption inhibitors

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-protein bound
-metabolized in small intestines and liver
-excreted in stool

47
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what are some side effects of cholesterol absorption inhibitors

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HA, diarrhea, nausea

48
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what are some nursing implications r/t cholesterol absorption inhibitors

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-educate on diet and lifestyle changes with this med
-can be uses as monotherapy or in conjunction with a statin
-pregnancy category C: not recommended for use

49
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what do PCSK9 inhibitors do

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antibody that inactivates protein in liver that regulates the lifespan of cholesterol, promoting modulation of the receptors = proloning receptor activity = promoting clearance of cholesterol =** can have a 60-70% reduction in LDL**

50
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who are PCSK9 inhibitors used for

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patients with familial hypercholesterolemia with max statin dose, lifelstyle changes with continued elevated LDL

51
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give an example of PCSK9 inhibitors

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alirocumab

52
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describe the pharmacokinetics of PCSK9 inhibitors

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sub Q every 2-4 weeks/doses vary
3-7 day max serum concentrations

53
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what are some side effects of PCSK9 inhibitors

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-appears well tolerates
-can see injection site reactions
-itching
-nasopharyngitis
-muscle pain

54
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what are some nursing implications r/t PCSK9 inhibitors

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-educate pt onsubq injection process
-schedule follow up 4-8 weeks
-encourage diet and exercise as appropriate to facilitate lipid lowering process

55
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what does niacin (vitamin B3) do?

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boost evels of HDL cholesterol and lowers triglycerides modestly lowers LDL cholesterol

56
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what are some side effects of niacin

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  • facial flushing
  • stomach upset (take with food)
  • diarrhea
  • can raise blood sugar
57
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what are some contraindications of niacin

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  • liver issues
  • stomach ulcers
  • changes to glucose levels
  • muscle damage
  • low blood pressure
  • heart rhythm changes
  • other issues
58
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what are two omega 3 fatty acids that are though to help lower serum lipids?

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-omega 3 acid ethyl esters
-omega 3 carboxylic acids

59
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name two combination rx therapies for dyslipidemia

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-advicor
-simcor

60
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what is advicor

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extended release niacin and lovastatin

niacin dose is variable

61
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what is simcor

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simvastatin and niacin

niacin dose is variable

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