HF rx 3

Question 1

Therapy for HFPEF

Answer 1

1. ACEI, ARB don’t help
2. treat the underlying disorder
3. Diuretics
4. Vasodilators

Question 2

HFpEF tx for chronic?

Answer 2

1. control risk factors like DM, HTN, obesity

2. control volume status

Question 3

HfpEF tx for acute?

Answer 3

1. IV diuresis
2. nitrates (if BP allows)
3. CPAP/BiPAP

Question 4

diuretic in HFpEF are used to

Answer 4

are used to keep volume normal (sodium retention is common)

Question 5

vasodilators are used in HFpEF to

Answer 5

maintain normal blood pressure

Question 6

underlying problems in HFpEF?

Answer 6

(hypertension, diabetes, kidney dysfunction)