Albuterol

Question 1

Albuterol (Proventil)

Class

Answer 1

Bronchodilator

Beta ll adrenergic

Question 2

Albuterol (Proventil)

Action

Answer 2

Bronchial smooth muscle dilation by stimulation of beta ll receptors

Question 3

Albuterol (Proventil)

Indication

Answer 3

Bronchospasm of any etiology
Asthma
COPD
Pulmonary edema

Question 4

Albuterol (Proventil)

Dose/Route

Answer 4

5.0 mg via Nebulizer

Question 5

Albuterol (Proventil)

Peds Dose

Answer 5

1.25mg in 3ml saline (<6yr)

Question 6

Albuterol (Proventil)

Contra

Answer 6

Allergies to Albuterol, Hypertension

Question 7

Albuterol (Proventil)

Adverse effects

Answer 7

CNS=tremor, insomnia, h/a
CV=tachycardia, HTN, palpitations
GI=n/v

Question 8

Albuterol (Proventil)

Precautions

Answer 8

Monitor VS and EKG.
Use supplemental 02 in addition to HHN.
Monitor for toxicity is used w/ other sympathomimetics.
Beta-blockers may act antagonistically.
TCA’s & MAO inhibitors increase CV effects.
Produces less cardiac stimulation than other sympathomimetics, but should still be used with caution.
Check lung sounds pre & post administration.

Question 9

Albuterol (Proventil)

Supplied

Answer 9

2.5 mg in 3cc NS