Lower respi DSO meds Flashcards
1
Q
Sympathomimetic beta 2 adrenergic agonist example; meaning
A
Albuterol (bronchodilator)
2
Q
Mechanism of drugs
A
Stimulate beta 2 adrenergic receptors
* Lungs - Relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle
- Relieves bronchospasm Increase/Decrease airway resistance
3
Q
TX - Asthma (children 4yrs old)
A
A.R: * Too frequents / excessive use may lead to decrease broncho dilating effectiveness and severe paradoxical bronchoconstriction
4
Q
Nx. Responsibility assessment
A
A - 1. Lung sounds, Bp, Color, characteristic of sputum
2. offer emotional support (anxiety,Dob)
5
Q
Nx. Responsibility I/E
A
- Monitor respi status, HR
6
Q
Nx. Responsibility Patient teaching
A
- use inhaler
- Increase Fluid intake
- don’t 2 inhalations at a time
- Oral care