BP: Sympatholytics: Alpha Adrenergic Blockers

Question 1

Common meds

Answer 1

-osin

Prazosin

Question 2

Action

Answer 2

Select alpha 1 blockade

• venous and arterial dilation
• smooth muscle relaxation of the prostatic capsule and bladder neck

Question 3

Uses

Answer 3

HTN, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

Question 4

Complications

Answer 4

1st dose orthostatic hypotension

Question 5

Nursing considerations

Answer 5

Monitor BP, start with a low dose usually taken at night