PH 9 Drugs Affecting the Renal Urinary and Cardiovascular Systems

Which class of drugs acts directly on the smooth muscle in the blood vessel walls to cause them to dilate (widen or relax)?

Which type of drug reduces overactive bladder symptoms by relaxing the bladder muscle?

Which class of drugs works as an antagonist and blocks the activity of beta-adrenergic receptors, thus lowering blood pressure and slowing heart rate?

Which type of drug has the main action of decreasing fluid volume by increasing urine output?

Which type of diuretic prevents water, sodium, potassium, and chloride from being reabsorbed back into the blood?

Which type of diuretic works by blocking active transport of chloride, sodium, and potassium in the thick ascending loop of Henle?

Which type of diuretic increases urine output without the loss of potassium?

Which type of diuretic is widely considered the most powerful?

Which one of these is a key learning outcome related to drugs affecting the renal/urinary and cardiovascular systems?

Which one of these is an example of an adrenergic drug?

Which one of these is a possible side effect of alpha1-adrenergic antagonists?

Which one of these is a key learning outcome related to drugs for angina and heart failure?

Which of the following is the main action of diuretics?

Which category of diuretics is commonly used as first line in the management of high blood pressure?

Where do thiazides and thiazide-like sulfonamide diuretics work in the nephron?

What is the long-term effect of thiazides on the arterioles?

Which type of diuretic should patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics avoid consuming in their diet?

Which symptom should patients notify their healthcare provider about if they are taking diuretics?

When is the best time to take diuretics to avoid disturbing sleep at night?

What should patients do if they are taking diuretics and experience urinary frequency and urgency?

Which electrolyte can be lost after loop diuretic administration?

Which type of diuretic does not cause loss of potassium?

What are the common side effects of diuretics?

What are the signs of hypokalemia (low potassium) caused by diuretics?

Which enzyme do DHT inhibitors bind to in order to shrink the prostate?

What is the most common side effect of DHT inhibitors?

Which drug is known to affect other hormones and sex tissues?

What should pregnant women avoid doing with DHT inhibitors?

Which type of drugs relax smooth muscle tissue in the prostate gland, bladder neck, and urethra?

What happens to the smooth muscle when alpha1-adrenergic receptors are activated?

Which electrolyte can be lost after loop diuretic administration?

Which one of these is a key learning outcome related to drugs affecting the renal/urinary and cardiovascular systems?

What is the most common side effect of diuretics?

What are the signs of hypokalemia (low potassium) caused by diuretics?

Which category of diuretics is commonly used for cardiovascular problems such as high blood pressure and heart failure?

Which type of diuretic prevents water, sodium, potassium, and chloride from being reabsorbed back into the blood?

What is the long-term effect of thiazides on the arterioles?

Which electrolyte can be lost after loop diuretic administration?

Which of the following is a key learning outcome related to the administration of diuretics?

Which of the following is a possible symptom of hypokalemia caused by diuretics?

When should patients take diuretics to avoid disturbing sleep at night?

Which category of foods should patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics avoid consuming in their diet?

Which type of diuretic is known to cause more severe side effects compared to other diuretics?

What is the recommended daily dosage range for indapamide (Lozol)?

What should be done if a patient taking diuretics reports decreased hearing or a ringing in the ears?

Which electrolyte imbalance can occur with the use of potassium-sparing diuretics?

Which type of drug works centrally in the brain to turn on special alpha2 receptors that cause vasodilation and decrease blood pressure?

Which class of drugs reduces high blood pressure by stopping the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II?

Which class of drugs blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of angiotensin II to lower blood pressure?

Which class of drugs works as an antagonist and blocks the activity of beta-adrenergic receptors, thus lowering blood pressure and slowing heart rate?

Which category of drugs affects the nervous system control of various organs and tissues by activating or blocking receptors that respond to the body's natural adrenergic substances, epinephrine and norepinephrine?

Which type of adrenergic drug lowers blood pressure by blocking the adrenergic receptor sites in blood vessel smooth muscle that, when activated, cause vasoconstriction and raise blood pressure?

Which type of adrenergic drug works by activating the alpha2-adrenergic receptors in the central nervous system, leading to reduced sympathetic outflow and decreased blood pressure?

Which class of drugs works as an antagonist and blocks the activity of beta-adrenergic receptors, thus lowering blood pressure and slowing heart rate?

Which enzyme do DHT inhibitors bind to in order to shrink the prostate?

What is the most common side effect of DHT inhibitors?

What should pregnant women avoid doing with DHT inhibitors?

Which type of drugs relax smooth muscle tissue in the prostate gland, bladder neck, and urethra?

What are the nursing implications for patients taking DHT inhibitors?

What is the adult dosage range for dutasteride (Avodart)?

Which of the following is the most correct?

Which class of diuretics is considered the most powerful?

What should patients do to prevent hyperkalemia while taking potassium-sparing diuretics?

What is the recommended daily dosage range for indapamide (Lozol)?

What can happen if potassium levels are too low while taking diuretics?

Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of loop diuretics?

What is the main action of potassium-sparing diuretics?

Which electrolyte can be lost after loop diuretic administration?

What is a potential adverse effect of all diuretics?

Which type of diuretic works at the end of the ascending loop of Henle and the beginning of the distal convoluted tubule in the nephron?

Which class of drugs is commonly used for cardiovascular problems such as high blood pressure and heart failure, rather than kidney problems?

What is the most commonly used type of diuretic and often the first line in the management of high blood pressure?

What is the main action of thiazides and thiazide-like sulfonamide diuretics?

Which of the following is a key nursing implication for patients taking diuretics?

What is the main action of alpha1-adrenergic receptor blockers used to manage benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?

Which type of diuretic works by blocking the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the thick ascending loop of Henle?

What should patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics avoid consuming in their diet?

Which one of these is a key learning outcome related to drugs for high blood cholesterol and high blood pressure?

What is the most common side effect of drugs to treat angina and heart failure?

Which type of adrenergic drug works by blocking the adrenergic receptor sites in blood vessel smooth muscle that cause vasoconstriction and raise blood pressure?

What are the nursing implications for patients taking drugs for dysrhythmias?

Which enzyme do DHT inhibitors bind to in order to shrink the prostate?

What is the adult dosage range for dutasteride (Avodart)?

What is the most common side effect of DHT inhibitors?

What should pregnant women avoid doing with DHT inhibitors?

Which class of drugs relax smooth muscle tissue in the prostate gland, bladder neck, and urethra?

What should patients report to their healthcare provider when taking DHT inhibitors?

Which type of drug works centrally in the brain to activate alpha2 receptors, causing vasodilation and decreasing blood pressure?

Which class of drugs lowers blood pressure by reducing the effect of calcium in the heart muscle and in the smooth muscles of arteries?

Which electrolyte can be lost after loop diuretic administration?

Which class of drugs relaxes peripheral veins and reduces resistance to blood flow in the arteries?

What is the long-term effect of thiazides on the arterioles?

Which class of drugs increases urine output by blocking active transport of chloride, sodium, and potassium in the thick ascending loop of Henle?

Which type of diuretic is known to cause more severe side effects compared to other diuretics?

What should be done if a patient taking diuretics reports decreased hearing or a ringing in the ears?

Which of the following is a key nursing implication for patients taking diuretics?

Which one of these is a key learning outcome related to drugs affecting the renal/urinary and cardiovascular systems?

What should patients report to their healthcare provider when taking DHT inhibitors?

Which type of diuretic works by blocking active transport of chloride, sodium, and potassium in the thick ascending loop of Henle?

Which type of diuretic works by blocking the reabsorption of water, sodium, potassium, and chloride in the nephron to be reabsorbed back into the blood?

What is the recommended daily dosage range for bumetanide (Bumex)?

Which electrolyte imbalance should patients taking diuretics report to their healthcare provider?

Which class of diuretics is known to cause the most severe side effects?

Which category of diuretics is commonly used for cardiovascular problems such as high blood pressure and heart failure, rather than kidney problems?

What is the main action of thiazide and thiazide-like sulfonamide diuretics?

Which electrolyte imbalance should be monitored in patients taking thiazide diuretics?

What is the most common side effect of loop diuretics?

Which type of drug is an alpha2-adrenergic agonist?

Which type of drug is an alpha1-adrenergic antagonist?

Which class of drugs affects nervous system control of various organs and tissues by activating or blocking receptors that respond to the body's natural adrenergic substances?

What is the main action of diuretics?

Which enzyme do DHT inhibitors bind to in order to shrink the prostate?

What is the most common side effect of DHT inhibitors?

What should pregnant women avoid doing with DHT inhibitors?

Which type of drugs relax smooth muscle tissue in the prostate gland, bladder neck, and urethra?

What is the recommended daily dosage range for dutasteride (Avodart)?

What is the main action of alpha1-adrenergic receptor blockers used to manage benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?