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In this video, the presenter discusses heart failure medications and the challenges that come with them. They begin by explaining the concept of ejection fraction, which measures how well the left ventricle of the heart squeezes and pumps blood to the rest of the body. They then discuss the two types of heart failure, reduced ejection fraction and preserved ejection fraction. They explain that medications for each type of heart failure have different goals, such as improving pumping function in reduced ejection fraction and symptom control in preserved ejection fraction. The presenter goes on to explain the different classes of heart failure medications and how they work to improve outcomes. They also address common challenges with medication adherence, including multiple providers giving conflicting advice and difficulty affording medications. The presenter advises patients to keep an accurate list of their medications, use pill boxes or medication tracking sheets, and communicate any concerns or difficulties to their healthcare providers. They also caution against taking certain medications, such as NSAIDs, which can worsen heart failure. The presenter concludes by emphasizing the importance of communication and collaboration between patients and healthcare providers to ensure the best treatment outcomes.

Keywords

heart failure medications

ejection fraction

left ventricle

reduced ejection fraction

preserved ejection fraction

medication goals

heart failure medication classes

medication adherence challenges

communication with healthcare providers