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1
Q

What 3 neurohormonal systems are activated in HF?

A

SNS, RAAS, ANP

2
Q

Major determinants of afterload?

A

Systolic BP

Size of ventricle

3
Q

4 drugs that save lives in HF

A

BAAS: Beta blockers, ARBs, ACE-I, Spironolactone

4
Q

What is the ejection fraction of chronic HF?

A

Normal

5
Q

What is the fluid volume in chronic HF?

A

Hypervolemia because RAAS has been activated

6
Q

What 4 things turn on RAAS?

A

RULT: Reduced renal perfusion, Upright posture, Low Na+ diet, Thermal stress (heat)

7
Q

Urine Na/K ratio of compensated HF?

A

> 1.0

8
Q

Urine Na/K ratio of decompensated HF?

A

<1.0

9
Q

Best treatment for CHF?

A

ACE-I

10
Q

Side effects of ACE-I?

A

Hyperkalemia, dry cough

11
Q

What else could you use in someone with CHF who is volume overloaded?

A

Diuretics- more effective when pts are supine