Albuterol Flashcards
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Q
What drug class is Albuterol in?
A
Sympathomimetic (mimics the actions of the Sympathetic Nervous System)
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Q
Other names for Albuterol?
A
Ventolin, Proventil
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Q
What route is Albuterol given?
A
Inhaled
Can be bagged via ET tube
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Q
What receptor does Ventolin activate?
A
Beta 2 (Bronchodilation)
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Q
Albuterol, dosage?
A
Nebulized - 2.5mg over 5-15 minutes
- If pt is improving after the 1st dose, 2 additional doses may be given.
- If there is NO improvement after the 1st Albuterol dose, combine 2nd and 3rd doses of Albuterol w/ Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent).
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Q
Indications that Albuterol is appropriate?
A
Bronchospasms from asthma or COPD.
*2nd line drug for allergic reactions unresponsive to epinephrine or Benadryl. (Pts in anaphylaxis need epinephrine first).
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Q
Albuterol, Precautions? Side Effects?
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Heart Disease
Restlessness, Hypertension, Tachycardia - palpitations
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Albuterol, contraindications?
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Pregnancy (can increase HR and Blood Sugar levels in the fetus).
