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Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors

"-pril" Suffix

Which prefix or suffix is best associated with angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?

Mechanism of Action

Block Renin Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS)

What mechanism of action or pharmacological action is best associated with captopril?

Indications

Hypertension

Which is the best indication for the use of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?

Heart Failure

Side Effects

Dry Non-productive Cough

Which of the following is most likely a side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?

Hypotension

Dizziness

Possible Hyperkalemia

Angioedema

Nursing Considerations

Slowly Change Position

Because ACE inhibitors can cause orthostatic hypotension, what should you advise your patients?

Do Not Stop Abruptly

Because ACE inhibitor cessation can cause rebound hypertension, what should you advise your patients?

K+ Sparing Diuretics

CHF and Hypertension

K+ sparing diuretics are most likely indicated for which of the following conditions?

Hypokalemia

Hyperaldosteronism

Collecting Tubule

Where do K+ sparing diuretics exert their effects?

Spironolactone

Which of the following medications is classified as a K+ sparing diuretic?

Competitive Aldosterone Receptor Antagonist

What mechanism of action or pharmacological action is best associated with spironolactone?

Amiloride and Triamterene

Which of the following choices best represent one or more K+ sparing diuretics?

Block Na+ Channels

What mechanism of action or pharmacological action is best associated with amiloride and triamterene?

Hyperkalemia

During your assessment of a patient taking K+ sparing diuretics which of the following side effects is most likely to be seen?

Gynecomastia

Spironolactone (Aldactone)

Mechanisms

Inhibition of Aldosterone

Potassium Retention

Which of the following is a biochemical effect of spironolactone?

Spironolactone is most likely indicated to treat which of the following conditions?

Edema

During your assessment of a patient taking spironolactone which of the following side effects is most likely to be seen?

Endocrine Effects

Consideration

Avoid Potassium Supplements

Which of the following are medication instructions or patient education points associated with spironolactone?

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)

Ends in "-sartan"

Which suffix is best associated with angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)?

Blocks Angiotensin II Receptor

What mechanism of action or pharmacological action is best associated with losartan?

Which of the following is the most appropriate indication for the use of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)?

Which of the following is most likely a side effect of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)?

Contraindications

Renal Artery Stenosis

In which of the following conditions is the use of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) contraindicated?

Pregnancy

Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Inhibitors

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