Vasodilators Flashcards
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Vasodilators Action
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Acts directly on the vascular smooth muscle to cause vasodilation & decrease BP. It also results in decreased peripheral vascular resistance causing an increase in cardiac output
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Vasodilator Drugs (HNM)
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Hydralazine, Nitroprusside, Minoxidil
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Indications for Vasodilators (SHM)
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Severe Hypertension
Hypertensive Emergencies: BP 180/120 mmHG
Malignant Hypertension: organ damage caused by elevates diastolic BP 130-140 mmHg
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Vasodilators Adverse Effects (AARGC)
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Abnormal hair growth Anxiety Reflex tachycardia GI upset Cyanide toxicity w/nitroprusside: cherry/pink skin, headache, dizziness, tachycardia
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Contraindications for Vasodilators
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Allergy
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Caution with Vasodilators (Triple Cs PT)
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Cerebral insufficiency Coronary Artery Disease CHF Peripheral vascular disease Tachycardia
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Drug interactions with Vasodilators
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Based on individual drug
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Nurse Considerations
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Encourage lifestyle changes
Monitor BP & any situation that may cause fluid depletion
