Cardiac Beta Blockers Flashcards
1
Q
Betablockers end in ?
A
-OLOL
2
Q
Therapeutic Uses for Beta Blockers
A
HTN
Tachycardia and SVTs
Stable Angina
HF
Anxiety
Dysrhythmias
3
Q
MOA of Beta Blockers
A
Blocks Beta receptors, hence blocking adrenaline and norepinephrine
4
Q
MUST KNOW SIDE EFFECTS
A
B Bradycardia
B Breathing problems
B Bad for HF
B Blood sugar masking
B BP lowered
B Blocks beta 1 and beta 2 receptors
5
Q
Patient Education for Beta Blockers
A
Do not stop abruptly- rebound HTN
Change positions slowly- Orthostatic Hypotension
6
Q
Nursing Considerations for Beta Blockers
A
Cause bronchospasm
BAN
B Beta Blockers
A Aspirin
N NSAIDs
