Pharmacology and Heart Failure Management

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What is a characteristic symptom of right-sided heart failure?

Increased stroke volume

Pulmonary congestion

Left atrial distention

Dependent edema (correct)

Which of the following is the primary cause of left-sided heart failure?

Fluid retention

Vein distention

Muscle dystrophy

Hypertension (correct)

What does preload refer to in cardiac physiology?

Blood volume in the arteries

Resistance to ventricular ejection

Pressure in the heart before contraction (correct)

Rate of heart contraction

What is the mechanism of action of statins?

Inhibit HMG-CoA reductase Signup and view all the answers

What serious complication should be reported when taking statins?

Hepatotoxicity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of cholestyramine?

Bind bile acids to reduce LDL levels Signup and view all the answers

How should cholestyramine be administered in relation to other medications?

2 hours before or 4 hours after medications Signup and view all the answers

What is a side effect of gemfibrozil?

Rhabdomyolysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of Ezetimibe?

Inhibits absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine Signup and view all the answers

What condition is Alirocumab primarily used to treat?

Hypercholesterolemia Signup and view all the answers

Which side effects are commonly associated with ACE-1 inhibitors?

Dizziness, Orthostatic Hypotension, and Cough Signup and view all the answers

What is a common adverse effect of Alirocumab?

Flu-like symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Furosemide in heart failure management?

Remove excess fluid to prevent heart failure exacerbation Signup and view all the answers

Which condition contraindicates the use of Carvedilol?

Asthma and bronchospastic disorders Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored before administering Digoxin and a beta blocker?

Heart rate and blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What are nursing considerations for managing heart failure related to weight monitoring?

Report an increase of 2 lbs a day or 5 lbs a week Signup and view all the answers

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