Hypertension

<aside> 💡 Describe the RAAS in terms of its role in blood pressure regulation

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• how is BP regulated?
• what is hypertension (HTN)?
• what lifestyle interventions can manage HTN?
• when do you initiate anti-HTN therapy?
• what are the 1st-line drugs for uncomplicated HTN?

ACE Inhibitors (ACEIs)

<aside> 💡 Apply knowledge of the pharmacology of ACEIs and ARBs in the control of BP

Apply knowledge of the pharmacology and its effect on the physiology to predict common and catastrophic side effects

Describe strategies to maximise the benefits of ACEIs and ARBs in clinical practice

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• drug suffix?
• indications?
• mechanism of action?
• major adverse effects?
• important contraindications?
• important interactions?

ANG2 Receptor Antagonists (ARBs)

• drug suffix?
• indications?
• mechanism of action?
• major adverse effects?