Pharmacology: ACE inhibitors(hypertension)

Question 1

give an example of an ACE inhibitor

Answer 1

lisinopril

Question 2

describe the action of ACE inhibitors

Answer 2

block conversion of angiotensin 1 to angiotensin 2, reduce release of aldosterone

Question 3

what effects do ACE inhibitors have

Answer 3

dilation veins(decrease preload) + arteries(decrease afterload)
decrease BP
decrease cardiac load

Question 4

give 3 side effects of ACE inhibitors

Answer 4

dry cough(switch to ARB)
monitor renal function
risk of hypotension(especially with diuretics)

Question 5

give 2 contraindications of ACE inhibitors

Answer 5

pregnancy

bilateral renal artery stenosis