Practice Question
Which of the following describes why an ACE inhibitor is prescribed to a patient with Heart Failure?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Decreased afterload
Rationale:
🟩 ACE inhibitors reduce the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, resulting in vasodilation and reduced afterload.
🟩 This effect decreases the resistance the left ventricle must pump against, making it easier for the failing heart to eject blood.
🟩 Lower afterload improves cardiac output and symptom control in heart failure.
🟩 These drugs also reduce aldosterone-mediated fluid retention, indirectly helping with preload.
🟩 ACE inhibitors are foundational in long-term heart failure management.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4
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