How to study Pharmacology – Anti-Hypertensive Medications

In this lesson, we are going to review some common classes of anti-hypertensive medications and give some examples of each class.  We will also review potential side effects and drug interactions of these types of medications that nurses need to be familiar with.  Finally we will review important client education topics to prevent complications and drug interactions and help manage symptoms of hypertension.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. List classes of anti-hypertensive medications
2. Review common cardiac conditions treated with anti-hypertensive medications
3. Recall the suffix for each class of anti-hypertensive medication
4. Review potential side effects of anti-hypertensive medications
5. Examine drug interactions with anti-hypertensive medications