15 Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) HTN

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) example

losartan (Cozaar)

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) purpose

lower BP

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) effects on the body

vasodilation, less aldosterone release, kidney protection in diabetes

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) indications

hypertension, heart failure, diabetic nephropathy

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) contraindications

pregnancy, hypersensitivity, renal artery stenosis, hepatic impairment (liver)

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) side effects

dizziness, fatigue, hypoglycemia, nausea

how to Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) cause hypoglycemia

increased insulin sensitivity

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) adverse effects

angioedema (lower risk than ACEI), hyperkalemia, renal impairment

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) client education

no dry cough expected, rise slowly to prevent dizziness, diabetics should monitor hypoglycemia

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) special instructions

do not combine with an ACE inhibitor, avoid potassium supplements and salt substitutes

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) prescription parameters besides once-daily dosing

monitor renal function and potassium

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) CJMM recognize/analyze

bp trend, potassium, renal function

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) CJMM generate/act

hold if SBP <100 or K elevated

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) CJMM evaluate

bp controlled, no dizziness, stable labs