ACE Inhibitors Pharmacology Quiz
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What is the primary mediator of the activity of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?

  • Aldosterone
  • Angiotensin II (correct)
  • Renin
  • Bradykinin

How do ACE inhibitors decrease blood pressure?

  • By decreasing aldosterone levels and increasing NO production
  • By increasing angiotensin II levels and decreasing bradykinin levels
  • By increasing aldosterone levels and decreasing NO production
  • By decreasing angiotensin II levels and increasing bradykinin levels (correct)

What effect do ACE inhibitors have on bradykinin levels?

  • Convert bradykinin to angiotensin II
  • No effect on bradykinin levels
  • Decrease levels of bradykinin and other kinins
  • Increase levels of bradykinin and other kinins (correct)

Where do the renal vasoconstrictive effects of angiotensin II occur primarily?

<p>At the efferent arteriole of the glomerulus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ACE inhibitor is excreted by both renal and hepatic pathways?

<p>Fosinopril (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ACE inhibitor is administered in active form and excreted unchanged by the kidneys?

<p>Lisinopril (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ACE inhibitor exhibits the pattern of an ester prodrug converted in the plasma to an active metabolite?

<p>Enalapril (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adverse effect of ACE inhibitors can potentially cause airway obstruction?

<p>Angioedema (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which patients are adverse effects such as first-dose hypotension and acute renal failure more common?

<p>Patients with bilateral renal artery stenosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a relative contraindication to ACE inhibitor therapy?

<p>Bilateral renal artery stenosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is a relative contraindication to ACE inhibitor therapy due to its dependence on increased angiotensin II activity?

<p>Bilateral renal artery stenosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What adverse effect can ACE inhibitors produce due to their reduction of aldosterone synthesis?

<p>Hyperkalemia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for discontinuation of the combined use of ACE inhibitors and aliskiren?

<p>Increased risk of hyperkalemia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of long-term use of ACE inhibitors on diabetic nephropathy?

<p>Delaying progression of diabetic nephropathy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the discontinuation of combined administration of ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)?

<p>Increased risk of hyperkalemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are ACE inhibitors contraindicated in pregnancy?

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Flashcards

Primary mediator of RAAS

Angiotensin II is the primary mediator of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS).

How ACE inhibitors lower BP

ACE inhibitors decrease blood pressure by reducing angiotensin II levels and increasing bradykinin levels.

ACE inhibitor effect on bradykinin

ACE inhibitors increase the levels of bradykinin and other kinins.

Renal vasoconstriction site

Angiotensin II primarily causes renal vasoconstriction at the efferent arteriole of the glomerulus.

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Fosinopril excretion path

Fosinopril is excreted by both renal and hepatic pathways.

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Lisinopril excretion

Lisinopril is administered in active form and excreted unchanged by the kidneys.

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Enalapril's action

Enalapril is an ester prodrug that gets converted to an active metabolite in the plasma.

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ACE inhibitor airway risk

Angioedema, a potential adverse effect of ACE inhibitors, can cause airway obstruction.

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High risk patients (ACE inhibitor)

Patients with bilateral renal artery stenosis are more susceptible to adverse effects like hypotension and renal failure from ACE inhibitors.

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Relative ACE inhibitor contraindication

Bilateral renal artery stenosis is a relative contraindication to ACE inhibitor therapy.

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ACE inhibitor hyperkalemia reason

ACE inhibitors can cause hyperkalemia due to their reduction of aldosterone synthesis, affecting potassium regulation.

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ACE + Aliskiren discontinuation

Combined use of ACE inhibitors and aliskiren is discontinued due to the increased risk of hyperkalemia.

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ACE inhibitors on diabetic nephropathy

Long-term use of ACE inhibitors can delay the progression of diabetic nephropathy.

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ACE + ARB discontinuation reason

Combined administration of ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) is discontinued due to the increased risk of hyperkalemia.

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ACE inhibitors in pregnancy

ACE inhibitors are contraindicated in pregnancy due to their teratogenic effects.

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Study Notes

Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System

  • Angiotensin II is the primary mediator of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.

ACE Inhibitors

  • ACE inhibitors decrease blood pressure by inhibiting the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, reducing vasoconstriction and aldosterone production.
  • ACE inhibitors increase bradykinin levels, which can cause cough as a side effect.

Angiotensin II Effects

  • The renal vasoconstrictive effects of angiotensin II occur primarily in the efferent arterioles.

Specific ACE Inhibitors

  • Trandolapril is excreted by both renal and hepatic pathways.
  • Enalaprilat is administered in active form and excreted unchanged by the kidneys.
  • Enalapril is an ester prodrug converted in the plasma to an active metabolite, enalaprilat.

Adverse Effects of ACE Inhibitors

  • ACE inhibitors can cause angioedema, which can lead to airway obstruction.
  • First-dose hypotension and acute renal failure are more common in patients with:
    • Bilateral renal artery stenosis
    • Chronic kidney disease
    • Heart failure
    • Volume depletion
  • A relative contraindication to ACE inhibitor therapy is:
    • Bilateral renal artery stenosis
  • ACE inhibitors can cause hyperkalemia due to reduced aldosterone synthesis.

Contraindications and Interactions

  • ACE inhibitors are contraindicated in pregnancy due to the risk of fetal developmental abnormalities.
  • Combined use of ACE inhibitors and aliskiren is contraindicated due to the increased risk of hyperkalemia and kidney injury.
  • Combined use of ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) is contraindicated due to the increased risk of hyperkalemia, hypotension, and kidney injury.
  • Long-term use of ACE inhibitors can slow the progression of diabetic nephropathy.

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