Heart failure Flashcards
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know the mechanism of action, therapeutic benefit, 2-3 adverse effects and an example medication for each class of antihypertensive drugs in relation to the pathophysiology of hypertension and heart failure. (Diuretics, Calcium Channel Blockers, Ace Inhibitors, Angiotensin Receptor 2 Blockers, Adrenergic Agents particularly Beta Blockers and Direct Vasodilators, for ex. Lasix is from the diuretic class)
Note the specific items to review section is important and the SA questions will be drawn from there.
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Diuretics
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Calcium Channel Blockers
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Ace Inhibitors
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Angiotensin Receptor 2 Blockers
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Adrenergic Agents particularly Beta Blockers and Direct Vasodilators
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