For each of the patient education scenarios, match it with the medication or medication class from the list below that is most appropriate.
A. hydrochlorothiazide
B. terazosin
C. lisinopril
D. digoxin
E. nitroglycerin
F. losartan
G. amlodipine
H. alteplase
I. metoprolol
J. warfarin
1. This medication decreases the amount of blood the heart pumps out drops so you could faint if you stand up too quickly. Alcohol and medications for erectile dysfunction also cause this, so none of these medications should be taken together. ______________________________
2. Because these drugs slow your heart rate and blocks your flight or fight response, it can make it harder to exercise. If you're diabetic, it can also make it more difficult to detect a low blood sugar level. ________________
3. Salt, fluid and potassium losses will be greater when you take this medication so if you vomit, have diarrhea, or sweat a lot, you are more likely to become dehydrated or have too little potassium in your blood. Salt depletion isn't usually a problem. _________________________
4. If your face swell or throat starts to swell after you start taking this drug, go to an ER. You also need to avoid foods high in potassium. If you start to cough while taking it, let your provider know, since another drug can be substituted. ___________________
5. This medication for high blood pressure can make your feet and ankles swell. They can also make you constipated so try to eat more fiber-rich foods. ______________________
6. This medicine strengthens your heart's pumping ability but also slows your heart rate. It is important to get enough potassium; if you start to see halos around lights, have blurred vision, things have a yellow tint call your provider before taking another dose. ______________
7. This drug lowers your blood pressure; it prevents BP adjustments when standing. It's also sedating. To prevent dizziness or even fainting, stand slowly. _______________________
8. Since it decreases clotting factors that need vitamin K, you must avoid green, leafy vegetables like spinach, while you take it and get your blood checked often. _______________
9. Avoid foods high in potassium while you take this drug. If your face swells or throat starts to swell after you start taking this drug, go to an ER. _______________________
10. This drug is going to break up the clot causing your heart attack but tell me if you start to feel dizzy. ________________________________