L-10 Cardiovascular Disease V Flashcards

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local hormones

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they are intracellular hormone-like substance made and used within cells

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2
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whats essential fatty acid converted to

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arachidonic acid in membranes

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3
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whats amino acid converted to

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its released from membrane and converted to
- prostaglandins
- thromboxanes
- leukotrienes

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4
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Two examples of anti-anginals

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nitrates
beta-blocker

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5
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blood pressure measurements

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120mm Hg = systole
70mm Hg = diastole

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anti-hypertensive drugs

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Vasodilators – Alleviate smooth muscle contraction in artery wall
Diuretics - Reduce blood pressure, by reducing blood volume

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statins

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Inhibitors of HMG-CoA reductase
An enzyme used to make cholesterol in liver

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8
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what inhibits inflammation

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aspirin inhibits inflammation and reduces the risk of heart attacks and stroke

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