Beta Blockers Flashcards
names of beta blockers
-olol
-lol
-metoprolol
beta blocker action
-blocks b-receptors either selectively in the heart
atenolol action
selective beta blocker that works in the heart
propranolol
non-selective beta blocker that works throughout the entire body
indication for beta-blocker
-HTN
-heart failure
-post-MI
-tachydysrhythmias
do beta blockers affect tremors?
yes?
what is the major issue with beta blockers?
they mask symptoms of hypoglycemia
what kind of patient should be careful taking beta blockers?
diabetic
major side effects of beta blockers
the B’s
-bradycardia & low BP
-breathing problems (most are non-selective)
-bad for worsening heart failure
-blood sugar masking
-“blahs”: fatigue, sexual dysfunction
beta blocker contraindications
-asthma
-COPD
-DM
-bradycardia
-dysrhythmias
beta blocker drug to drug interactions
monitor on other meds that lower heart rate (e.g., calcium channel blockers, digoxin)
beta blocker assessment
-obtain baseline EKG
-monitor apically for one minute
beta blocker teaching
-monitor CHF signs (weight gain, SOB, edema)
-slow position changes to prevent orthostasis
-monitor blood sugar & follow DM regimen (no skipping meals, meds)
can beta blockers be stopped abruptly?
no, must be withdrawn slowly
