Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Block 1 Pharmacology > Beta-Blockers > Flashcards

Beta-Blockers Flashcards

1
Q

Beta-Blockers

Drug Names

A

Atenolol
Metoprolol
Propanolol
Nadolol

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Indications

A

HTN, angina pectoris, tachyarrhythmias, migraine HA, MI, glaucoma, heart failure, and hyperthyroidism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Mechanism of Action

A

Blocks vasoconstriction, decrease heart rate, decreased cardiac muscle contraction, and tend to increase blood flow to the kidneys, leading to decrease in the release of renin

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Contraindications

A

Heart failure, bradycardia, heart block

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Adverse Effects

A

CNS: HA, fatigue, dizziness
CV: bradycardia, hypotension
Pulmonary: bronchospasm, laryngospasm
GU: decreased libido and impotence

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Drug-Drug Interactions

A

May antagonize the therapeutic effects of bronchodilators

May alter the requirements of insulin/hypoglycemic agents in patients with diabetes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Assessment

A

HX: allergy, pregnancy/lactation, impaired kidney function, heart failure, bradycardia, heart block, diabetes, lung disease
Physical: Baseline; CNS, heart and lung sounds, abdomen, perfusion, vitals, ECG
Labs: electrolytes, renal and hepatic function

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

Block 1 Pharmacology (52 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions