Diovan

Question 1

Classification

Answer 1

Angiotensin II receptor antagonist

Anti HTN

Question 2

Action

Answer 2

Potent vasodilator
Blocks aldosterone which prevents absorption of sodium = decrease preload
This inhibits angiotensin II to AT receptor so it dilates = decrease in after load

Question 3

Dose

Answer 3

40 mg BID

Maximum 320 mg/day

Question 4

Side effects

Answer 4

HA, insomnia, fatigue, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, abd pain, diarrhea

Question 5

Contraindications

Answer 5

None

Question 6

Absorption

Answer 6

Poorly a doped after po Rx, metabolized liver excreted feces & urine

Question 7

Nursing interventions

Answer 7

Obtain Bp, apical pulse
If become hypotensive lay supine, elevate feet
Question for pregnancy, hx hepatic/renal function
Report chest pain or palpitations