Hypertension Pharm Principles Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
HTN BP parameters
A
Systolic over 130
or
Diastolic over 80
2
Q
Medication dosages
A
Multiple low-dose agents preferred over 1 high dose
3
Q
Use pharmacotherpeutics in conjunction with?
A
Lifestyle changes
4
Q
What group of people is at risk with HTN medications?
A
Pregnant women - most medications are not safe in pregnancy
5
Q
Resistant HTN interventions
A
Ensure compliance
Consider white coat syndrome
Refer pt to HTN specialist
Always titrate and taper HTN medications
6
Q
First line agents?
A
ACE inhibitors
ARB
Thiazide diuretics
CCB
7
Q
Alternative agents
A
Beta blockers
A1 blocker
A2 agonist
Direct vasodilators
Renin blocker
Sodium nitroprusside
