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tsand2

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which drug is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor?
 
  a. Captopril (Capoten)
  b. Furosemide (Lasix)
  c. Spironolactone (Aldactone)
  d. Chlorothiazide (Diuril)

Question 2

When teaching the pregnant woman with class II heart disease, the nurse should
 
  a. Advise her to gain at least 30 lb.
  b. Explain the importance of a diet high in calcium.
  c. Instruct her to avoid strenuous activity.
  d. Inform her of the need to limit fluid intake.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A Capoten is a drug in an ACE inhibitor.
B Lasix is a loop diuretic.
C Aldactone blocks the action of aldosterone.
D Diuril works on the distal tubules.

Answer to Question 2

C
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A Weight gain should be kept at a minimum with heart disease.
B Iron and folic acid intake is important to prevent anemia.
C Activity may need to be limited so that cardiac demand does not exceed cardiac
capacity.
D Fluid intake should not be limited during pregnancy. She may also be put on a
diuretic. Fluid intake is necessary to prevent fluid deficits.


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