Treatment of CHF includes
A) medication to slow and strengthen the heartbeat.
B) administration of diuretics.
C) digitalis.
D) all of the above.

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Treatment is directed at reducing the workload of the heart and increasing its efficiency. ACE inhibitors and ARBs were recently approved for use in the treatment of CHF, mainly to increase blood flow. Diuretics help to reduce the volume of fluid in the body, and vasodilators help to reduce vascular pressure. Aldosterone antagonists (eplerenone or spironolactone) may be used in combination with other drug therapies. Digoxin may also be prescribed in specific cases to strengthen and slow the heartbeat. Intake of fluid and sodium is restricted. Some patients with severe CHF may require special pacemakers, defibrillators, or in extreme cases, a heart transplant.

Treatment of CHF Includes