Flash. CV. ABJesus PerezJuly 27, 2023 Welcome to your Flash. CV. AB 1. Flashcard# 1. CV. ABList the medication belong to alpha-blocker medication group?Prazosin (Minipress) - Used for hypertension and sometimes for PTSD-related nightmares. Terazosin (Hytrin) - Used for hypertension and BPH. Doxazosin (Cardura) - Used for hypertension and BPH. Tamsulosin (Flomax) - Primarily used for BPH. Alfuzosin (Uroxatral) - Used for BPH. Silodosin (Rapaflo) - Used for BPH. Phentolamine - Mainly used for the diagnosis of pheochromocytoma and to treat hypertensive crises related to this tumor or from the interaction of tyramine-containing foods and MAO inhibitors. 2. Flashcard# 2. CV. ABFor which common condition in older men, characterized by urinary symptoms like hesitancy or weak stream, are alpha-blockers frequently prescribed?Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). 3. Flashcard# 3. CV. ABBesides BPH, which cardiovascular condition can alpha-blockers be used to treat?Hypertension. 4. Flashcard# 4. CV. ABWhat is the term for the sudden and severe drop in blood pressure that can occur, particularly with the first dose of an alpha-blocker?First-dose phenomenon. 5. Flashcard# 5. CV. ABWhich common side effect involves feeling lightheaded or faint upon transitioning from sitting or lying down to standing, and is often associated with alpha-blockers?Orthostatic hypotension. 6. Flashcard# 6. CV. ABIf a patient on alpha-blockers complains of a stuffy nose and dizziness, are these expected side effects?Yes, nasal congestion and dizziness are potential side effects of alpha-blockers. 7. Flashcard# 7. CV. ABWhy should alpha-blockers be used cautiously in patients taking medications for erectile dysfunction like sildenafil?The combination can lead to a significant drop in blood pressure. 8. Flashcard# 8. CV. ABIf a patient is about to start on an alpha-blocker, what advice regarding the timing of the first dose is crucial to minimize the risk of the first-dose phenomenon?It's often recommended to take the first dose at bedtime. 9. Flashcard# 9. CV. ABHow should a nurse instruct a patient to transition from sitting to standing while on alpha-blocker therapy to minimize the risk of orthostatic hypotension?Rise slowly to give the body time to adjust and prevent dizziness or potential falls. 10. Flashcard# 10. CV. ABWhat is an essential monitoring parameter for patients newly initiated on alpha-blocker therapy for hypertension?Regular blood pressure and heart rate monitoring, especially in the initial stages of therapy. 1 out of 10 Please fill in the comment box below. Time's up