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Cardiac Meds
Cardiac Meds
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Pre-School
08/29/2012

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Term
Quinolones such as ciprofloxacin are known to have what type of affect on the heart?
Definition
QT Prolongation
Term
Ibuprofen consideration in cardiac patients?
Definition
Causes sodium retention! Increased BP, edema, really contraindicated in CHF patients.
Term
Splits (s2) should never be ______-
Definition
fixed
Term
What BP medication is contraindicated in CHF patients?
Definition
Ca channel blockers
Term
What is the DASH diet?
Definition
rich in fruits, veggies, and low fat dairy
reduced content of saturated and total fat.
Term
Cornerstone of CHF therapy?
Definition
ACE and ARBs
Term
What is the rationale behind using Beta blocker therapy for HF?
Definition
Reduce the effects of circulating catecholamines.
Term
This drug is used in HF and has a positive inotropic effect.
Definition
digoxin
Term
EKG changes typically seen with digoxin therapeutic dose.
Definition
prolongation of PR interval
cuppted ST segment
Term
ECG findings with Dig toxicity?
Definition
AV heart block
Term
Spironolactone is a ________ ________?
Definition
aldosterone antagonist
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