Question

drag each drug classification to the description of how it works
description
inhibits adrenergic (sympathetic) nerve receptors within the heart
decreases vasoconstriction by inhibiting the angiotensin - converting enzyme
reduces peripheral resistance by stimulating inhibitory receptors to slow heart rate
diuretic that works alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents
slows av nodal conduction
decreases vasoconstriction by blocking the effects of angiotensin ii
increases heart rate and cardiac output by smooth muscle relaxation of blood vessels
drug class
angiotensin receptor blockers (arbs)
peripheral vasodilators
beta - adrenergic blockers
angiotensin - converting enzyme (ace) inhibitors
thiazide diuretics
antiadrenergic agents
calcium channel blockers

Explanation:

1. Inhibiting adrenergic (sympathetic) nerve receptors within the heart - Beta - Adrenergic Blockers. These drugs act on the beta - adrenergic receptors in the heart to reduce the effects of the sympathetic nervous system.
2. Decreases vasoconstriction by inhibiting the angiotensin - converting enzyme - Angiotensin - Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors. ACE inhibitors prevent the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, reducing vasoconstriction.
3. Reduces peripheral resistance by stimulating inhibitory receptors to slow heart rate - Antiadrenergic Agents. They work on the adrenergic system to slow the heart rate and reduce peripheral resistance.
4. Diuretic that works alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents - Thiazide Diuretics. Thiazide diuretics help in reducing blood volume and thus blood pressure.
5. Slows AV nodal conduction - Calcium Channel Blockers. Some calcium channel blockers can affect the electrical conduction in the heart, including slowing AV nodal conduction.
6. Decreases vasoconstriction by blocking the effects of angiotensin II - Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs). ARBs block the action of angiotensin II at its receptors.
7. Increases heart rate and cardiac output by smooth muscle relaxation of blood vessels - Peripheral Vasodilators. They act on the blood vessel smooth muscle to cause dilation and affect heart rate and output.

Answer:

1. Inhibits adrenergic (sympathetic) nerve receptors within the heart - Beta - Adrenergic Blockers
2. Decreases vasoconstriction by inhibiting the angiotensin - converting enzyme - Angiotensin - Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors
3. Reduces peripheral resistance by stimulating inhibitory receptors to slow heart rate - Antiadrenergic Agents
4. Diuretic that works alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents - Thiazide Diuretics
5. Slows AV nodal conduction - Calcium Channel Blockers
6. Decreases vasoconstriction by blocking the effects of angiotensin II - Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs)
7. Increases heart rate and cardiac output by smooth muscle relaxation of blood vessels - Peripheral Vasodilators