albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin) Flashcards
1
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Used in the treatment of ASTHMA + COPD; can also be used to treat illness that cause wheezing + difficulty breathing.
A
albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)
2
Q
Beta2-adrenergic agonists
- causes bronchodilation
- SHORT ACTING
A
albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)
3
Q
Can be administered by MDI (metered-dose inhalers) + nebulizers
A
albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)
4
Q
Patient/Parents education for albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)
A
-side effects
-instruction on administration
-MDI should administered with a SPACER, which
helps properly admin the medication
-wait ONE MINUTE between puffs
-nebulizers take several minutes to administer the
medication
5
Q
Side effects for albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)
A
- tachycardia
- tremors
