Drugs and Heart Failure Flashcards
1
Q
Digoxin
A
Increases force of cardiac contraction.
Inhibits Na/K enzyme increasing intracellular Na
2
Q
What is an Inotrope?
A
-Positive inotropes increase contraction force.
-Negative inotropes decrease contraction force.
3
Q
Digoxin Toxicity
A
Confusion
Bradycardia