Cardiology Medications Flashcards
1
Q
- can cause hyperkalemia(can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and other serious complications
- an ACE inhibitor
A
2
Q
What class of medication would further reduce sodium?
A
THIAZIDE DIURETIC (ex. Hydrochlorothiazide)
3
Q
Indicated of the client was expeirencing symptomatic bradycardia. It is the treatment if the client has bradycardia and concurrent dizziness, hypotension, or dyspnea. It must be administered while an emergency (code) cart is nearby.
A
ATROPINE
4
Q
It is commonly used in the management of atrial fibrillation.
A
Diltiazem
5
Q
It is an umbrella drug used in the treatment of ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, and atrial fibrillation.
A
AMIODARONE
6
Q
It is one of the drug choice fro a client experiencing a hypertensive crisis. This medication lowers both heart rate and blood pressure.
A
LABETALOL
