treatments

Question 1

what type of medication reduces hypervolemia in heart failure?

Answer 1

diuretics

Question 2

list the lifestyle changes needed to reduce coronary artery disease risk

Answer 2

physical activity
no smoking
weight control
low fat diet
low salt diet
control HTN
control diabetes
decrease stress
alcohol in moderation

Question 3

what procedure is preformed to remove fluid from a pleural effusion?

Answer 3

thoracentesis

Question 4

what treatments are used to restore blood flow to coronary arteries during a myocardial infarction?

Answer 4

thrombolytics
PTCA (balloon)
bypass frafting
arthrectomy

Question 5

what essential medication is used to support nutrition in patients with cystic fibrosis?

Answer 5

pancreatic enzyme replacement