Heart Failure Flashcards

1
Q

what is first line treatment for HF?

A

ACE inhibitor and beta-blocker

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2
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what is second line treatment for heart failure?

A

aldosterone antagonist, angiotensin II receptor blocker or a hydralazine plus a nitrate

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3
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what should be considered if symptoms of HF persist after first adn second line therapy?

A

cardiac resyncrhonisation therapy or digoxin

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4
Q

loop diuretics don’t reduce mortality for HF patients so why might they be used?

A

symptom management

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