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Pharmacology
Graduate
11/04/2012

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Term
How can you treat stable angina?
Definition
With rest and with vasodilators (nitrate,isosorbides)
Term
Stable angina occurs with ________?
Definition
Exertion/activity/exercise
Term
Beta blockers should be used cautiously In ________?
Definition
Diabetic and lung disease
Term
When does unstable angina occur_________?
Definition
@ rest/sleep
Term
What causes a prinzmetals angina?
Definition
Coronary artery spasm
Term
Wht annoying side affect comes with Ace (prils)
Definition
Dry cough
Term
Heart failure
Where Na+ goes, what follows??
Definition
Fluid
Term
Heart failure
A patient should notify Dr. if they gain how many lbs in 3 days??
Definition
5 or more
Term
Name of plant tht Digoxin is derived from?
Definition
Foxglove
Term
What class does Digoxin (lanoxin) belong in?
Definition
Cardiac glycosides
Term
How long do you monitor pulse while checking patient tht is taking Digoxin??
Definition
1 full minute
Term
Potassium levels should be in what range?
Definition
3.5-5.1 mEq/L
Term
Examples of foods tht are rich in potassium:
Definition
Kiwi, bananas,oranges,melons,potatoe skins
Term
Signs of Digoxin toxicity?
Definition
Bradycardia
Nausea,vomiting & anorexia
Vision disturbances
Term
The effectiveness of Digoxin is influenced by the patients _________ level?
Definition
Potassium
Term
The medication in a Nitro patch continues to stay in the body for how long after removal?
Definition
30 minutes
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