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Antianginals - Beta Blockers Flashcards

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Antianginals - Beta Blockers

Drug Names

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“-olol”

Atenolol
Metoprolol*
Propranolol
Nadolol

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Antianginals - Beta Blockers

Action

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Blocks beta adrenergic receptors in heart and kidneys to decrease SNS, CO, and release of renin

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Antianginals - Beta Blockers

Indications

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Stable angina pectoris
hypotension
stable CHF
prevents reinfarction in MI pts

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Antianginals - Beta Blockers

Contraindications and cautions

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CI: bradycardia, heart block, cardiogenic shock, asthma, COPD, P & L

Cautions: DM, PVD, thyrotoxicosis

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Antianginals - Beta Blockers

Adverse Effects

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Dizzy, fatigue, depression, N/V, colitis, CHF, arrhythmias, bronchospasm, dyspnea, cough

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Antianginals - Beta Blockers

Nursing Considerations

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Decreased CO
Monitor pulse, BP, RR
Do not stop abruptly
Taper over 2 wks
Monitor for loss of libido or impotence
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Antianginals - Beta Blockers

DDI

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Clonidine- HTN

NSAIDs-Decreased effects

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