5. Cvd treatments

• What is the role of anticoagulants in CVD treatment?

  Reduce risk of clot formation
• What is a risk of anticoagulants?

  Uncontrolled bleeding from overdose
• What do statins do?

  Reduce blood cholesterol levels
• What are some side effects of statins?

  Nausea, inflammation, diarrhea, constipation
• Why should statins not be solely relied upon?

  Most effective with a healthy diet
• What do platelet inhibitors do?

  Make platelets less sticky
• What is a common platelet inhibitory drug?

  Aspirin
• What is a side effect of aspirin?

  Stomach bleeding from irritation
• What do antihypertensives do?

  Reduce blood pressure
• What are beta blockers used for?

  Reduce frequency and power of heart contractions
• What is a risk of beta blockers?

  Increased risk of diabetes
• What do diuretics do?

  Increase urine volume, lowering blood pressure
• What are some side effects of diuretics?

  Nausea, muscle cramps, dizziness
• What do ACE inhibitors do?

  Block conversion of Angiotensin I to II
• What are some side effects of ACE inhibitors?


  Dizziness, cough, heart arrhythmia
• What are the types of treatments mentioned?

  Antihypertensives, statins, anticoagulants
• What are the key components of antihypertensive treatments?

  • Lower blood pressure
  • Reduce cardiovascular risk
  • Improve overall health
• How do statins work in treatment?

  They lower cholesterol levels in the blood
• What is the primary function of anticoagulants?

  To prevent blood clots from forming
• What are the benefits of using antihypertensive treatments?

  • Reduces risk of heart attack
  • Lowers risk of stroke
  • Improves quality of life
• What are the risks associated with antihypertensive treatments?

  Potential side effects like dizziness or fatigue
• What are the risks associated with statins?

  Muscle pain and liver damage
• What are the risks associated with anticoagulants?

  Increased bleeding and bruising
• How do you assess the effectiveness of these treatments?

  • Monitor blood pressure levels
  • Check cholesterol levels
  • Evaluate for signs of clotting