Pulmonary

Question 1

Sympathomimetic

Answer 1

mimic the effects of neurotransmitter substances of the sympathetic nervous system such as catecholamines, epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine, etc

Question 2

first choice for rescuing

Answer 2

beta 2 adrenergic agonists

ex: Proventil (albuterol)

Question 3

therapeutic & toxic serum levels of methylxanthines

Answer 3

therapeutic range: 5-15 mcg/ml

toxic range: > 20 mcg/ml
20 - 25 mild reactions
> 30 serious AE

Question 4

theophylline & dilantin interaction

Answer 4

dilantin (phenytoin) lowers levels by inducing hepatic enzymes

Question 5

theophylline & caffeine interaction

Answer 5

caffeine intensifies AE

Question 6

theophylline & Tagamet interaction

Answer 6

tagamet inhibits hepatic metabolism causing elevated levels

Question 7

mydriasis

Answer 7

dilation of the pupil

Question 8

first choice anti-inflammatory in childhood asthma

Answer 8

Intal (Cromolyn Sodium)

because it is safe and effective!