Atscine Template Ca Channel Blockers (nifedipine, Verapamil ) PDF

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Action What the med does

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Blocking the channels in blodd vessels leads to vasodilation of vascular smooth muscle (peripheral arterioles) and arteries/arterioles of the heart Nifedipine acts primarily on arterioles. Veins are not significantly affected

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Treat mild to moderate HTN Treats stable (exertional) angina and variant

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Reflex tachycardia causing increased angina pain. Lightheadedness, dizziness caused by vasodilation Facial flushing, perception of heat. Peripheral edema of feet and legs Orthostatic hypotension Gingival Hyperplasia Allergy to the drug Acute MI Angina which is not stable Aortic stenosis Obstruction GI tract Children Use with beta blockers may increase risk for heart failure: Melatonin: increased blood pressure, pulse rate. Ginko biloba and ginseg increase, increase blood levels St. John’s wort decreases blood levels Grapefruit juice may increase blood levels Monitor heart rate and blood pressure Inspect gums

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Report rapid heartbeat, increase in angina pain to provider Report swelling of feet and legs to provider

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Nsg Care What you need to do as RN Education Learning

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Calcium Channel Blockers Nifedipine, Verapamil, Diltiazem

Opp for the patient

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Report dizziness and syncope to provider Report bleeding gums, gum tissue growth to provider Obtain regular dental care...