beta-adrenergic agents Flashcards
1
Q
major uses (beta-1 selective)
A
stimulate cardiac output
2
Q
major uses (beta-2 selective)
A
relax bronchial smooth muscle
3
Q
dobutamine selectivity
A
beta 1
4
Q
dobutamine function
A
increases cardiac output in acute heart failure
5
Q
adverse effect of dobutamine
A
risk of arrhythmia
6
Q
albuterol selectivity
A
beta - 2
7
Q
albuterol use
A
acute asthma exacerbations “rescue inhaler”