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Calcium Channel Blockers (Verapamil and Diltiazem)

Mechanism of Action

Slows AV Conduction

Which of the following mechanisms of action is best associated with the non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers?

Indications

Angina Pectoris

Which of the following diseases or disorders is most likely an indication for the use of non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers?

Essential Hypertension

Arrhythmias

Side Effects

Bradycardia

Which of the following side effects is most likely associated with non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers like verapamil and diltiazem?

Hypotension

Constipation

Peripheral Edema

Gingival Hyperplasia

Nursing Consideration

Medication Education

Which of the following is an important consideration when treating a patient with a non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker?

Adenosine (Adenocard)

Mechanism

Which of the following mechanisms of action is most closely associated with adenosine?

Supraventricular Tachycardia (Paroxysmal)

Which of the following conditions is most likely an indication for the use of adenosine?

Which of the following is most likely a side effect of adenosine?

Flushing

Dyspnea

Considerations

Rapid IV Push

Which of the following describes the most appropriate administration of adenosine?

Caffeine and Theophylline Decrease Effectiveness

Which of the following is the most appropriate description of how certain substances affect adenosine?

Dipyridamole May Intensify Effects

Beta Blockers

"-olol" suffix

Which suffix is best associated with beta blockers?

Decreases Heart Rate and Contractility

What mechanism of action or pharmacological action is best associated with beta blockers?

Decreases Peripheral Vascular Resistance

Decreases Renin Release

Hypertension

Which is the best indication for the use of beta blockers?

Heart Failure

Contraindications

Asthma and Heart Block Patients

Which of the following is most likely a contraindication to safely using beta blockers?

Nursing Considerations

Assess Blood Pressure and Heart Rate

Which of the following is the best consideration when administering beta blockers?

Masking Signs of Hypoglycemia

Do Not Stop Abruptly

Lidocaine

Blocks Na+ Channels

What is the mechanism of action of lidocaine?

Ventricular Arrhythmia

Which of the following is a common indication for lidocaine?

Anesthetic

Which of the following describes a common clinical use of lidocaine?

Paresthesias

Which of the following is a common side effect of lidocaine?

Seizures

Which of the following is most likely a side effect associated with lidocaine?

Respiratory Depression

Drowsiness

Consideration

Anesthetic Effects Extended with Epinephrine

Which of the following best describes the use of epinephrine when used with lidocaine?

49 - Antidysrhythmic Drugs

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