Vasodilators have limited use due to which side effects?(Select all that apply.)
1. Hypertension
2. Orthostatic hypotension
3. Blurry vision
4. Reflex tachycardia
5. Hypokalemia
2, 4
Rationale 1:Hypertension is incorrect because vasodilators cause orthostatic hypotension.
Rationale 2: Because of a high incidence of adverse effects, including reflex tachycardia and orthostatic hypotension, vasodilators play a minor role in the drug therapy of HF.
Rationale 3:Blurry vision is incorrect because this is a sign of digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity.
Rationale 4: Because of a high incidence of adverse effects, including reflex tachycardia and orthostatic hypotension, vasodilators play a minor role in the drug therapy of HF.
Rationale 5:Hypokalemia is incorrect because this occurs with the administration of loop diuretics.
Global Rationale: Because of a high incidence of adverse effects, including reflex tachycardia and orthostatic hypotension, vasodilators play a minor role in the drug therapy of HF. Vasodilators are reserved for patients who cannot tolerate ACE inhibitors.
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