TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review

Cardiovascular System: Heart Failure & Coronary Artery Disease

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In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review heart failure and coronary artery disease with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the underlying pathophysiology of heart failure and CAD, how these cardiovascular conditions develop, and how they directly connect to medication therapy and long-term management.

The episode links disease fundamentals to commonly prescribed medications, including drug classes used in heart failure management and therapies for coronary artery disease. Emphasis is placed on mechanisms of action, therapeutic goals, and key safety considerations that pharmacy technicians must understand to support accurate dispensing and patient care.

 

What You’ll Learn
  • The basic pathophysiology of heart failure and coronary artery disease
  • How decreased cardiac output and blocked coronary arteries affect the body
  • Common signs, symptoms, and complications of HF and CAD
  • Major medication classes used in treatment and their basic mechanisms
  • Why these cardiovascular conditions are critical in pharmacy practice

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    Key Takeaways
    • Heart failure and coronary artery disease are high-impact, commonly treated cardiovascular conditions
    • Understanding their pathophysiology strengthens pharmacology comprehension
    • Cardiac medications used in HF and CAD management are high-yield for the PTCB exam
    • A strong grasp of these conditions supports safe medication handling and patient care

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