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What could you give to a patient with chf?
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Heart Failure: There are 2 types of heart failure. Diastolic and Systolic heart failure. One is failure to contract while other is failure to relax. Equal prognosis What can you do? - Lifestyle Modifications are key - healthy Diet, no smoking, low sodium are very important Medications usually given - Beta Blockers, ACEinhibitor/ARBs, Aldosterone blockers, Nitrates/Hydralazine (better in Black Males)
Answered 12/25/2014
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