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NRS 155 Intro to Pharmacology > SNS Blockers: Alpha- and Beta- Blockers > Flashcards

SNS Blockers: Alpha- and Beta- Blockers Flashcards

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Medications

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  • Carvedilol

- Labetalol

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Actions

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  • Blocks norepinephrine at all alpha and beta receptors in the SNS
  • Lowers BP and HR
  • Increases renal perfusion, leading to decreased renin
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Contraindications

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  • Allergy
  • Heart block
  • Bradycardia
  • Lung disease/bronchospasm
  • Diabetics
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Adverse effects

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  • CNS
  • CV
  • Pulmonary
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Rash
  • GI/GU issues
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Drug-Drug interactions

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-Antidiabetic agents

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Nursing considerations

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  • Do not stop abruptly

- ND: ineffective airway clearance r/t lack of bronchodilating effects

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