NYU Pharmacology Exam 1 questions with complete solutions
Acute Heart Failure (HF) correct answer: Heart muscle weakens and enlarges Loses ability to pump blood adequately Compensatory mechanisms fail Lungs and periphery become congested Digitalis (Digoxin) (Cardiac Glycoside) correct answer: Indication: HF - narrow tp range -antidote: digoxin immune fab. MOA: inhibits NA/k pump to inc Ca to DECREASE HR Induces INC intracelluar sodium drives Ca into heart and INCREASE CONTRACTILITY AE: -bradycardia -dysrhythmias -anorexia, N/V -headache -blurred or yellow vision TOXICITY: - anorexia, N/V, green or yellow halos, bradycardia premature ventricular contractions, cardiac dysrhythmias, confusion, delirium for elderly R4 toxicity: - low K+ -renal failure -loop diuretics -Hypercalcemia Considerations: - pulse full min apical prior to taking -eyes on periph/pulm edema -MONITOR K + CREATININE! INTERACTIONS:
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- New York University
- Cours
- Pharmacology
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- 11 mars 2023
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nyu pharmacology exam 1 questions with complete solutions