18 ARB (Angiotensin Receptor Blocker) HF med

ARB example

Valsartan (Diovan)

Valsartan (Diovan) use

HF when ACE inhib not tolerated

Valsartan (Diovan) effects on body

lower bp and afterload w/ rare cough

Valsartan (Diovan) would be given if patient develops persistent cough on what medication

lisinopril

Valsartan (Diovan) contraindications (do not give if)

pregnancy, taking ACE inhib, high K, severe kidney disease

Valsartan (Diovan) side and adverse effects

dizziness, headache, hypotension, high K, kidney injury, rare angioedema

Valsartan (Diovan) give and check

Oral, once or twice daily

Check _____, _____, _____; hold if BP low or K+ > 5.0

BP, K creatinine

Valsartan (Diovan) client education

rise slowly, no salt substitutes or NSAIDs, tell provider if pregnant

Valsartan (Diovan) client report what

swelling

ok

Valsartan (Diovan) CJMM

Recognize Cues: Cough on lisinopril; BP 118/72.

Take Action: Check BP, K+; teach rising slowly.

ok