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karlynnae

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on: Jul 24, 2018
ACE inhibitors are contraindicated in pregnancy. While treatment of heart failure during pregnancy is best done by a specialist, which of the following drug classes is considered to be safe, at least in the later parts of pregnancy?
 
  1. Diuretics
  2. ARBs
  3. Beta blockers
  4. Nitrates

Question 2

Heart failure is a leading cause of death and hospitalization in older adults (greater than 65 years old). The drug of choice for this population is:
 
  1. Aldosterone antagonists
  2. Eplerenone
  3. ACE inhibitors
  4. ARBs


CharlieArnold

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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