Albuterol Flashcards
What are the indicators of use for Albuterol?
Acute bronchospasm like COPD, asthma, etc.
What is the drug action for Albuterol?
Bronchodilator
What are the contraindications of Albuterol?
Allergy to the drug
What are the side effects of Albuterol?
Headache, tachycardia, and hypertension.
What are some special notes for Albuterol use?
Monitor patients with cardiovascular disease, and pregnancy category C.
What is the usual dose of Albuterol?
Adult and pediatric: .5 ml of Albuterol nebulized with 2.5 ml of saline. For a total of 3 ml.
What are you going to monitor, report, and document with the administration of Albuterol?
Monitor the ECG in patients with cardiac history or over age 45. Report and document vital signs within 5 minutes of administration and at completion of treatment.
