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?

    <p>Inhibit HMG-CoA reductase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What serious complication should be reported when taking statins?

    <p>Hepatotoxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of cholestyramine?

    <p>Bind bile acids to reduce LDL levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should cholestyramine be administered in relation to other medications?

    <p>2 hours before or 4 hours after medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a side effect of gemfibrozil?

    <p>Rhabdomyolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Ezetimibe?

    <p>Inhibits absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is Alirocumab primarily used to treat?

    <p>Hypercholesterolemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Dizziness, Orthostatic Hypotension, and Cough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse effect of Alirocumab?

    <p>Flu-like symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Remove excess fluid to prevent heart failure exacerbation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition contraindicates the use of Carvedilol?

    <p>Asthma and bronchospastic disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Heart rate and blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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