Beta Blockers Flashcards
1
Q
Beta Blockers to Know
Cardioselective B1 only
A
Metoprolol
Atenolol
2
Q
Beta Blockers to know
Nonselective b1 and b2
A
Propranolol
Carvedilol (also block a1)
Labetalol (also block a1)
3
Q
Common uses
A
Hypertension
Angina pectoris = chest pain
Atrial fibrillation
Cardioprotection (MI)
4
Q
Notable Problems
A
Bradycardia & hypotension
Can mask hypoglycemia
Bronchoconstriction (nonselective)
Fatigue and/or depression
5
Q
Always check BP and HR before administration….hold if <50 T/F
A
T
6
Q
Clients with diabetes should check blood glucose more frequently T/F
A
T
7
Q
Clients with respiratory disease. should avoid ______ beta blockers
A
nonselective
8
Q
Do NOT ______ stop beta blockers
A
abruptly
