Lisinopril (Zestril) Flashcards
1
Q
Zestril Name/ Class
A
Liniopril
ACE inhibitor
2
Q
Zestril Dose
A
10-40mg PO daily
3
Q
Zestril Indication
A
Hypertension
CHF
Acute MI
4
Q
Zestril Action
A
Block conversion of Angio 1 to Angio 2
Decrease Aldosterone
Excrete h20 and Na+
5
Q
Zestril Adverse Reaction
A
Cough
Hypotension
Vertigo
6
Q
Zestril Nursing Actions
A
Monitor BP
Assess angioedema (facial swelling)
Monitor BUN/Creatine
Liver function tests
7
Q
Zestril Pt Teaching
A
Monitor BP
Change position slowly
Report dyspnea/ facial swelling