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Nitrates Cardiac Flashcards

1
Q

Vasodilators are the class name for ?

A

Nitrates

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2
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Usually end in what suffix or prefix?

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-NITRO, -NITRA

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3
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MOA of Nitrates

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Open up the blood vessels to increase blood flow.

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4
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Must Know Side Effects

A

H Headache
H Hot Flashes
H Hypotension

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5
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Routes of Administration

A

Quick Onset

IV
SL
Buccal
Oral

Slow Onset

Patch
Topical Ointment
SR Released Tablets

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6
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Therapeutic Uses

A

TX of Angina and ACS . (Acute Coronary Syndrome)

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7
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PT education on Nitrates

A

Avoid drugs ending in -afil
Increased ICP

This can lead to severe Hypotension.

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8
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PT education for Topical Patch

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Remove prior patches before applying new doses
Rotate sites
Place on clean area and hairless
Wear Gloves
Do not rub

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9
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Storage of Nitrates

A

Keep medication in original dark glass bottle
Store in cool, dry place.
Keep medication with PT at all times.

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