Week 6: Bronchodilators: Inhaled Anticholinergics Flashcards
1
Q
Bronchodilator: Inhaled Anticholinergic Drugs
A
- Short-acting: Ipratropium
- Long-acting: Tiotropium
2
Q
Action
A
- block muscarinic receptors of the bronchi (relax the muscles around the bronchi)
- short or long acting
3
Q
Used to treat
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- allergen and exercise induced bronchospasms
- COPD bronchospasms
4
Q
Complications
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- dry mouth
- hoarseness
- wait 5 minutes between meds
5
Q
Nursing Considerations
A
Tiotropium: throw out punctured unused capsules; rinse and dry the handihaler
