Vasodilators Flashcards
1
Q
What do vasodilators do?
A
they have no effect on heart rate, may decrease or have no effect on blood pressure, and may increase or have no effect on exercise capacity in patients with chronic heart failure.
2
Q
Alternate name for Captopril
A
Capoten
3
Q
Alternate name for Enalapril
A
Vasotec
4
Q
Alternate name for Lisinopril
A
Prinivil, Zestril
5
Q
Why would a vasodilator be prescribed?
A
To treat high blood pressure, chest pain, or heart failure.
