Atenolol (Tenormin) ACS Medication

Question 1

Classification:

Answer 1

• Beta adrenergic antagonist (Beta Blocker)
• Antianginal
• Antihypertensive
• Class II antiarrhythmic

Question 2

Action:

Answer 2

• Inhibits the strength of the heart’s contractions and heart rate, resulting in a decrease in cardiac O2 consumption
• Saturates the beta receptors and inhibits dilation of bronchial smooth muscle (beta 2 receptor)

Question 3

Indications:

Answer 3

• ACS
• HTN
• SVT
• A-Flutter
• AF

Question 4

Adverse Effects:

Answer 4

• Bradycardia
• Bronchospasm
• Hypotension

Question 5

Contraindications:

Answer 5

• Cardiogenic shock
• AV block
• Bradycardia
• Known sensitivity
• Use w/ caution in hypotension, chronic lung disease

Question 6

ACS Dosage (Adult):

Answer 6

• Oral dosing only, not administered acutely for ACS

Question 7

ACS Dosage (Pediatric):

Answer 7

• Not recommended for pediatric Pts