Pharm week 5

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. ACE inhibitors (Enalapril) reduce symptoms of HF and CHF by lowering blood pressure, reducing peripheral edema, and increasing cardiac output. 2. Diuretics (loop (Lasix), thiazides (Microzide), po... tassium sparing (Aldactone)) relieve symptoms of HF by reducing fluid overload and decreasing blood 3. Beta blockers (Metoprolol) slow the heart rate and decrease blood pressure. 4. Cardiac glycosides increase the force of myocardial infarction 5. Vasodilators (Nitro) given 3 times every 5 minutes can relieve symptoms of HF by reducing preload and decreasing cardiac workload 6. Phosphodiesterase inhibitors (Primacor) increase the force of myocardial contraction and improve cardiac output A client has been receiving IV paclitaxel for the past week for treatment of ovarian cancer. Identify an assessment finding that is a priority to report to the provider? Suggested Pharmacology Learning Activity: Chemotherapy Agents  Low WBC count  Bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia  Low platelet count  Low RBCs  Cardiac effects A 36-year-old client is prescribed digoxin for heart failure. What are two (2) contraindications for the use of digoxin? Suggested Pharmacology Learning Activity: Heart Failure  Pregnancy  Ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, second and third degree heart block A 58-year-old client is taking hydrochlorothiazide. Identify two (2) adverse effects associated with this medication therapy. Suggested Pharmacology Learning Activity: Renal Medications  Dehydration  Hyperglycemia  Hypokalemia  Hypochloremia [Show More]

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