HF MoA Flashcards
1
Q
nesiritide
A
structurally identical to BNP (hormone secreted by heart)
2
Q
beta-adrenergic antagonists
A
block high levels of catecholamine in HF pts
-slows cardiac remodeling
3
Q
digoxin
A
inhibits Na-K-ATPase
-sodium accumulates in myocytes
-calcium released from intracellular storage
-increased forceful contraction
4
Q
dobutamide
A
increased contractility w/o increasing HR and BP
