Heart Failure Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Which condition indicates an excess of dose of cardiac glycosides?
A
Halo vision
2
Q
Which is an expected manifestation of hypomagnesemia?
A
- Twitching
- Hyperactive reflexes
3
Q
What is an positive vs negative inotropic drug?
A
Positive inotropic drugs increase the force of heart contraction and negative reduces
4
Q
What is a chronotropic drug?
A
A drug that increases the rate at which the heart beats
5
Q
What is a dromotropic drug?
A
Drugs that accelerate conduction of the heart
6
Q
What is a healthy Digoxin level?
A
0.5 - 2ng/mL
