NCLEX Pharmacological flashcard program (Free version)

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Flashcard# 20 CV. ACEIs

Why is it essential for a nurse to teach patients to recognize and report signs of kidney problems, such as a decrease in urine output, while on ACE inhibitors?

ACE inhibitors can affect renal function, and early detection can prevent irreversible kidney damage.

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Which group of patients are more prone to experience side effects, like angioedema, when using ACE inhibitors?

Black patients.

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If a patient reports facial swelling while taking an ACE inhibitor, what is the immediate nursing action?

Discontinue the ACE inhibitor and seek emergency medical care.

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Before the initial dose of an ACE inhibitor, what should a nurse assess and potentially hold the medication for?

Low blood pressure (hypotension).

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An increase in which electrolyte is a concern in patients taking ACE inhibitors?

Potassium.

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A decrease in which electrolyte is commonly associated with ACE inhibitor therapy?

Sodium.

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Why should ACE inhibitors be avoided during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?

They can cause fetal harm and even death.

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If a patient is taking a diuretic and is prescribed an ACE inhibitor, what might the nurse anticipate the physician to do before the initial dose of the ACE inhibitor?

Withhold or reduce the dose of the diuretic.

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Which side effect, characterized by a rapid swelling of the skin and mucosa, can be life-threatening and is associated with ACE inhibitors?

Angioedema.

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What education should a nurse provide about potential hyperkalemia in patients on ACE inhibitors, particularly regarding dietary intake?

Advise on limiting high-potassium foods like bananas, oranges, and tomatoes.

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For a patient who complains of a persistent cough while on ACE inhibitors, what is a potential alternative medication class a physician might prescribe?

Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs).

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What unique and potentially bothersome cough is associated with the use of ACE inhibitors?

Dry, persistent cough.

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What should a nurse monitor regarding renal function in patients starting ACE inhibitor therapy?

Serum creatinine and glomerular filtration rate (GFR).

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What advice should a nurse give to a patient starting ACE inhibitors regarding monitoring their blood pressure?

Regularly check blood pressure and report any significant drops or symptoms of hypotension.

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Why must patients with bilateral renal artery stenosis be cautious when prescribed ACE inhibitors?

ACE inhibitors can lead to a significant decrease in renal function in these patients.

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For which common cardiovascular condition are ACE inhibitors prescribed to reduce morbidity and mortality?

Heart failure.

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Why should a nurse instruct a patient on ACE inhibitors to inform their healthcare provider before undergoing surgical procedures?

ACE inhibitors can interact with anesthetics leading to hypotension.

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Which cardiovascular event, occurring post-incident, can be managed with ACE inhibitors to prevent left ventricular dysfunction?

Myocardial infarction.

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ACE inhibitors are a first-line treatment option for which hypertensive population?

Patients with diabetes and proteinuria.

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For a patient experiencing light-headedness upon standing after starting an ACE inhibitor, what advice should a nurse provide?

Rise slowly from sitting or lying position to minimize orthostatic hypotension.

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