- Discussion Prompt Group 2 — RAAS & Hypertension Pharmacology
- Scenario: A patient with uncontrolled hypertension is being started on an ACE inhibitor. The patient reports dizziness when standing and asks why this specific medication was chosen.
- Prompt: What is the role of the RAAS in regulating blood pressure? How do ACE inhibitors work within this pathway? What critical nursing teaching points should be included regarding safety, possible adverse effects, and when to seek follow-up care?
Instruction:
Initial Post:
- Length: > 200 words.
- Include your discussion post prompt at the top of your initial discussion post.
- Formatting: Adhere to APA style, including citations and references where necessary.
- Content: Address all elements of the prompt thoroughly.
- Discussion Prompt Group 2 — RAAS & Hypertension Pharmacology
- Scenario: A patient with uncontrolled hypertension is being started on an ACE inhibitor. The patient reports dizziness when standing and asks why this specific medication was chosen.
- Prompt: What is the role of the RAAS in regulating blood pressure? How do ACE inhibitors work within this pathway? What critical nursing teaching points should be included regarding safety, possible adverse effects, and when to seek follow-up care?
Instruction:
Initial Post:
- Length: > 200 words.
- Include your discussion post prompt at the top of your initial discussion post.
- Formatting: Adhere to APA style, including citations and references where necessary.
- Content: Address all elements of the prompt thoroughly.
- Discussion Prompt Group 2 — RAAS & Hypertension Pharmacology
- Scenario: A patient with uncontrolled hypertension is being started on an ACE inhibitor. The patient reports dizziness when standing and asks why this specific medication was chosen.
- Prompt: What is the role of the RAAS in regulating blood pressure? How do ACE inhibitors work within this pathway? What critical nursing teaching points should be included regarding safety, possible adverse effects, and when to seek follow-up care?
Instruction:
Initial Post:
- Length: > 200 words.
- Include your discussion post prompt at the top of your initial discussion post.
- Formatting: Adhere to APA style, including citations and references where necessary.
- Content: Address all elements of the prompt thoroughly.
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