Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Nursing Pharmacology > Module 12 - Part 2 > Flashcards

Module 12 - Part 2 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the first line of treatment for elevated LDL cholesterol?

A

Primary treatment is lifestyle changes including diet modification, weight exercise plans and change in smoking status

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What are the benefits of CV exercise?

A

Decreasing LDL cholesterol, elevating HDL cholesterol and decreasing insulin resistance and BP

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

How does smoking affect cholesterol levels.

A

Decreases HDL and increases LDL

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

When is drug treatment for cholesterol levels initiated?

A

When target cholesterol levels are not achieved by lifestyle changes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What are the different classes of drugs used to treat elevated blood lipids?

A 
1 - Statins
2 - Bile acid sequestrants
3 - Nicotinic acid
4 - Cholesterol absorption inhibitors
5 - Fibric acid derivates (Fibrates)
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Hepatic cholesterol synthesis occurs in what pathway?

A

Mevalonic acid pathway

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Describe the important parts of the mevalonic acid pathway.

A

Acetyl-CoA –> HMG CoA - HMG CoA reductase -> mevalonic acid –> several other steps –> cholesterol

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What is the rate limiting step in cholesterol synthesis?

A

Conversion of HMG-CoA into mevalonic acid by HMG-CoA reductase

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What is the mechanism of action of statins?

A

Statins decrease hepatic synthesis of cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase
This causes upregulation of hepatic LDL receptors –> more cholesterol removed from the blood –> decrease in LDL cholesterol levels in the blood

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What are the physiological benefits of statins use?

A

1 - Decreased LDL cholesterol
2 - Increased HDL cholesterol
3 - Decreased triglycerides in the blood

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What is primary prevention aimed at?

A

Aimed at preventing the development of CV disease

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Multiple recent studies have shown that statins decrease the incidence of _______ events even in low risk patients with no history of ____.

A

coronary

CHD

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

What does secondary prevention aim to do?

A

Prevent the recurrence of CV events

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

These are among the highest prescribed drugs in the world.
In fact, _________ (_______) is the highest prescribed drug in Canada and the US, while ________ (______) is the 4th highest prescribed drug in Canada.

A

Statins
Atorvastatin (Lipitor) - highest prescribed
Rosuvastatin (Crestor) - 4th highest in Canada

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

Atorvastatin (Lipitor)

  • ____ oral bioavailability
  • _____ fraction of absorbed dose is extracted by the liver
  • Distribution is primarily to the ______, but also to the ________, _______ _______ and ________ _______
  • Metabolized by ___ ____
  • Predominantly eliminated in the _____, with minimal ______ excretion
A
  • LOW oral bioavailability
  • LARGE fraction of absorbed dose is extracted by the liver
  • Distribution is primarily to the LIVER, but also to the SPLEEN, ADRENAL GLANDS and SKELETAL MUSCLE
  • Metabolized by CYP 3A4
  • Predominantly eliminated in the FECES, with minimal RENAL excretion
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Rosuvastatin (Crestor)

  • ___ oral bioavailability
  • _____ fraction of absorbed dose extracted by the liver
  • Distribution is primarily to the _____, but also to _______ ______
  • Describe metabolism of Crestor
  • Predominantly eliminated in the _____, minimal ______ excretion
A
  • LOW oral bioavailability
  • LARGE fraction of absorbed dose extracted by the liver
  • Distribution is primarily to the LIVER but also to SKELETAL MUSCLE
  • Not extensively metabolized
  • Predominantly eliminated in the FECES, minimal RENAL excretion
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

What is an important consideration when administering Rosuvastatin?

A

Plasma rosuvastatin concentrations are approximately 2x higher in Asian patients when compared to Caucasian patients - the initial dose in Asian patients should be 5mg (lowest dose we can give)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

In general, statins are well tolerated, however there are some adverse effects. What are they?

A

Myopathy
Rhabdomyolysis
hepatotoxicity

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

Muscle lysis with severe muscle pain. Diagnosed by measuring blood levels of this enzyme.

A

Rhabdomyolysis

Creatine kinase - released during muscle injury

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

Rhabdomyolysis is accompanied by large increases in blood _______ (called __________) and may cause acute ______ failure.

A

potassium (hyperkalemia)

acute kidney failure

21
Q

Describe treatment of rhabdomyolysis.

A

Treatment is targeted at preserving kidney function by IV administration of fluids

22
Q

Although there is a low incidence of __________ associated with statin use, _____ function tests should be performed ________ initiating therapy and periodically ________.

A

hepatotoxicity
liver
before
thereafter

23
Q

In what types of patients should statins not be used?

A

Pregnant women, or women trying to become pregnant

24
Q

What is the mechanism of action of nicotinic acid (Niacin)?

A

Inhibits the hepatic secretion of VLDL

25
Q

How does nicotinic acid decrease LDL?

A

Since LDL is a by-product of VLDL degradation, nicotinic acid effectively reduces both VLDL and LDL

26
Q

What is another beneficial effect of nicotinic acid use?

A

Raises blood HDL levels

27
Q

Side effects limit the use of nicotinic acid in many patients, what are the side effects?

A

Facial flushing, hepatotoxicity, hyperglycemia, skin rash and increased uric acid levels

28
Q

Negatively charged molecules produced by the liver from CYP7A1 mediated cholesterol metabolism.

A

Bile acids

29
Q

Bile acids are secreted into the intestine and function to aid in the absorption of dietary ____ and ____ _______ vitamins.

A

fats

fat soluble vitamins

30
Q

Bile acids are ______-charged.

A

negatively

31
Q

Bile acids undergo ________ ________ and are therefore reabsorbed from the intestine.

A

enterohepatic recycling

32
Q

Describe the mechanism of action of Bile acid sequestrants.

A

Bile acid sequestrants are largely positively charged molecules, which attract and bind bile acids in the intestine and prevent their reabsorption
This causes an increased demand for bile acid synthesis in the liver
This causes an increase in LDL receptors, uptake of LDL from the blood and a subsequent decrease in plasma LDL cholesterol levels

33
Q

Why do bile acid sequestrants not have systemic side effects?

A

They are not absorbed at all, and therefore do not have systemic side effects

34
Q

What are adverse effects of bile acid sequestrants?

A

GI sides - constipation and bloating

also may decreased absorption of certain drugs

35
Q

Bile acid sequestrants decreases the absorption of these drugs.

A

Thiazide diuretics, warfarin, digoxin and certain antibiotics

36
Q

A specific transport protein called _______ is responsible for the intestinal uptake of the majority of dietary cholesterol.

A

NPC1L1

37
Q

The only cholesterol absorption inhibitor on the market is ________ (_____).

A

Ezetimibe (Zetia)

38
Q

Decreased intestinal absorption of cholesterol by ezetimibe can produce a compensatory increase in this.

A

Hepatic cholesterol synthesis

39
Q

Ezetimibe is often prescribed how?

A

As an adjunct therapy along with a statin

40
Q

A recently approved combination pill called ______ contains a statin (______) with ezetimibe.

A

vytorin

simvastatin

41
Q

Most effective class of drugs for lowing plasma triglyceride levels.

A

Fibric acid derivatives/Fibrates

42
Q

Other than affecting plasma triglyceride levels, how do fibric acid derivatives affect cholesterol levels?

A

raise HDL cholesterol, but have no effect on LDL cholesterol levels

43
Q

What is the mechanism of action of Fibrates?

A

Bind to and activate the PPAR-alpha receptor (peroxisome activated receptor alpha).

44
Q

Activation of PPAR-alpha leads to these effects.

A

1 - Increased synthesis of lipoprotein lipase
2 - Decreased apolipoprotein C-III production
3 - Increased apolipoprotein A-1 and apolipoprotein A-II levels

45
Q

Enzyme that enhances the clearance of triglyceride rich lipoproteins.

A

lipoprotein lipase

46
Q

Inhibitor of lipoprotein lipase.

A

Apolipoprotein C-III

47
Q

Responsible for increased HDL levels associated with fibrates.

A

Increased apolipoprotein A-I and A-II levels

48
Q

What are the adverse effects of fibrates?

A

Increased risk of gallstones
Myopathy
Hepatotoxicity

49
Q

If patients are taking statins with fibrates, what should they be monitored for?

A

Myopathy, and to a lesser degree, hepatotoxicity

Nursing Pharmacology (30 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions