10/14/2026
π©Ίπ NCLEX PHARMACOLOGY: ANTIHYPERTENSIVES YOU MUST KNOW!
π¨ Can you remember the key side effects of blood pressure medications?
π Quick NCLEX review:
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ACE inhibitors (-pril): Dry cough, angioedema & hyperkalemia
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ARBs (-sartan): Similar to ACE inhibitors, but usually no cough
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Beta blockers (-olol): Monitor HR and BP; may mask hypoglycemia
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Calcium channel blockers: Edema, constipation & other key precautions
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Clonidine: Never stop abruptly β risk of rebound hypertension!
π‘ NCLEX TIP: Know the drug suffixes, monitor vital signs, and recognize dangerous adverse effects. Always follow the prescribed hold parameters.
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