Respiratory Module 3 Flashcards
Where in the body is Histamine found
Body tissue
Where is the highest concentration of Histamine found
Mast Cells and Basophils
What is produced in response to injury and released in allergic and hypersensitivity reaction
Histamine
What forms the foundation for many cold remedies
Histamine
Antihistamine is an antagonist of the __ receptor site
H1
Antihistamine is considered a ____ because it _____ secretions
Drier
Dries
A _______ blocks the action of histamine
Antihistamine
Seasonal allergy, Hypersensitivity, N&V, motion sickness, Parkinson’s, are indications for what drug category
Antihistamines
Histamine should be taken _____ before travel
30-60 min
Patients should want to take med _____ exposure to pollen because it is more effective in ______ them than _____ the allergic reaction
Before
Preventing
Treating
______ is sometimes used to balance anesthesia
Antihistamine
If patient is having an allergic reaction use ________ antihistamine
First generation
Dry mouth, Decreased muscle tone, dilated pupils, burred vision are common side effects of
First generation antihistamines
Fexofenadine (Allegra) should not be given with
Fruit Juice
People may use Second generation Antihistamine because is _______ however has a ________
Non drowsy / Not a sedative
Longer Onset w/ a short duration
____ is the daily dose for Second generation Antihistamines
10mg
DROWSINESS, dry mouth, CONSTIPATION, Urinary retention, Anticholinergic like, Sedation, Hypotension, Gastrotoxicity, Hypersensitivity, Photosensitivity, Paradoxical Excitement, are common side effects of
Antihistamines
Some nursing intervention of taking Antihistamines would be
Monitor B/P
Take food with meals to decrease N&V / Toxicity
Allegra cannot be given with fruit juice
Avoid UV rays use sun block
Asthma, COPD, Glaucoma, Prostate, Pregnant and lactating women are Contraindications of
Antihistamines
People with COPD/Asthma should not take Antihistamines because
Antihistamines dry up secretions
People with glaucoma should not take Antihistamines because
it dilates the pupils so built pressure could lead to lost sight.
Antihistamines can cause respiratory distress leading to __________
thickened secretions
To shrink engorged mucous membranes in the nose to relieve stuffiness is the action of
Nasal Decongestants
________ constrict the blood vessels in the nose to decrease the formation of mucous and increase drainage to LESSEN SWELLING
Nasal Decongestants
Best way to drain sinuses is to have patient
Blow nose
Keep head upright
Sympathomimetics are drugs used as
Nasal Decongestants
Sympathomimetics are commonly used to
Drain sinus cavity
Adjunct indications of Nasal Decongestants are
Middle ear infection, common cold
Gastrotoxicity, and REBOUND CONGESTION are side effects of
Nasal Decongestants / Sympathomimetics
Rebound congestion can come from Drug ____
overuse
Corticosteroids can be used as
Nasal Decongestants
Always assess _____ before administering Nasal Decongestants
Nasal Mucosa
If burning or stinging occur during use of Nasal Decongestant it is important to ______ the medication
discontinue
When taking Nasal Decongestants it is important to monitor
B/P and heart rate
People with _____ should not be taking Nasal Decongestants
HTN
Heart disease
Diabetes
To suppress cough reflex center located in the medulla in the brain is the action of
An Antitussive
______ that are ______ acting as it acts DIRECTLY ON THE COUGH REFLEX CENTER IN THE MEDULLA.
Antitussives
Central
Where is the cough reflex center located
Medulla
Most common adverse effect of Antitussives is
Drowsiness
The two types of Antitussives are
Peripheral
Central
The most effective narcotic form of an Antitussive is
Codeine
Hydrocodone
Most common non narcotic form of Antitussive is
Dextromethorphan (Romilar)
________ acting Antitussives act DIRECTLY ON THE COUGH RECEPTOR IN THE TRACHEA, PHARYNX, AND THE LUNG for a demulcent or LOCAL anesthetic effect
Peripheral
Most commonly used for patients with dry hacking non - productive cough.
Antitussive
Chewing or Sucking on Benzonatate capsules can lead to ________
Cardiovascular collapse
Do not use Antitussives in patients who have
COPD, Asthma
If cough persists beyond 5-7 days it is important for the patient to
Call the doctor
_______ reduces the viscosity and help raise thick tenacious secretion MAKING EXPULSION OF SPUTUM EASIER, ACTS DIRECTLY ON BRONCHIAL GLANDS
Expectorants
Expectorants commonly cause
irritation
Common drug dose for Guaifenesin (Robitussin)
20mg typical dose every 4hours / 2ml
Nursing implications for patients who take expectorants include
POSITION HIGH FOWLER, TEACH DEEP BREATHING COUGH, increase fluids w/o following meals with water
______ is used to Liquify thick tenacious secretions
Mucolytics
Most common Mucolytic is
Acetylcystein (Mucomyst) - (also used for Acetaminophen toxicity)
Mucolytics are not considered expectorants because they ____ the mucous not _____
Break not Thin
Mucolytics cause a _____ common to a _____
Odor
Rotten Egg
Stomatitis, bronchospasms are side effects of
Mucolytics
Nursing implications for Mucolytics include
Give instilled or through a Nebulizer
If liquid mix in COLA OR FRUIT JUICE
Inflammatory respiratory condition characterized by recurrent attack of dyspnea, wheezing, and bronchospasm
Asthma
What is the objective of giving Anti-Asthmatic Drugs
Give the smallest dose and to decrease the number and frequency
____ or ____ therapy can be used to treat Asthma
Single or Multi
Bronchodilators and Anti-inflammatories are examples of
Anti-asthmatic drugs
Sympathomimetics, Methylxanthine, Anticholinergic, and Luekotriene Inhibitors are examples of
Bronchodilators
Corticosteroids and Mast Cell Stabilizers are examples of
Anti-inflammatories
________ are used to relieve bronchospasm associated with respiratory disorders such as ASTHMA, EMPHYSEMA, AND CHRONIC BRONCHITIS
Bronchodilators
_____ dilate the bronchus by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system. Most stimulate the BETA 2 RECEPTOR SITE
Sympathomimetics
Beta 2 receptor site is located in the
Lungs
Short acting Sympathomimetics have
Fast onset, shorter duration
______ drugs are referred to as Quick relief, rescue meds, and treating exercise induced asthma
Short acting Sympathomimetics
Albuterol (Proventil) are a ______ and is used to
Short acting Sympathomimetic used for quick relief for wheezing, bronchospasms
Isoproterenol (Isuprel) is a ______ and can cause
Short acting Sympathomimetic
Mucousa to become pink
Epinephrine is a ______ and is given with a _______ most common use is for _______
Short acting Sympathomimetic
Tuberculin Syringe
Anaphylaxis
Terbutaline (Brethine) is a ______ and can be used to ______ as it ________
Short acting Sympathomimetic
Prevent early labor as it decreases contractions of uterus
Long Acting Beta Agonist (Sympathomimetic) should not be used for
Acute symptoms or acute asthma attack
Beta Agonists are _________
Sympathomimetic
_______ act directly to relax to smooth muscle of the bronchus to increase the size and lumen or the bronchioles
Methyl-Xanthines
Methyl-Xanthines are mild _____
diuretics
_________ are used frequently for pulmonary edema
Methyl-Xanthines
Methyl-Xanthines can also be referred to as
Xanthines / Xanthine Derivatives
Thephylline (Uniphyl) is a ______ and can be used so that patient
Methyl-Xanthines
patient can go home
Theophylline (Uniphyl) should be given with a ______ until _______ then _______
loading dose until therapeutic effect then maintenance dose