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Chapter 15 Autonomic Nervous System Drugs
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1The nurse will monitor the patient taking albuterol for which conditions? (Select all that apply)
- APalpitations
- BHypertension
- CHypoglycemia
- DBronchospasm
- EUterine Contractions
2Nadolol is prescribed for a patient. The nurse realizes that this drug is a beta-adrenergic blocker and that this drug classification is contraindicated for patients with which condition?
- AHypothyroidism
- BAngina Pectoris
- CBronchial Asthma
- DLiver Dysfunction
3The nurse realizes that beta 1 receptor stimulation is differentiated from beta 2 stimulation in that stimulation of beta 1 receptors leads to which condition?
- AIncreased bronchodilation
- BDecreased uterine contractility
- CIncreased myocardial contractility
- DDecreased blood flow to skeletal muscles
4A patient is given epinephrine, an adrenergic agonist (sympathomimetic). The nurse should monitor the patient for which condition?
- ADecreased pulse
- BPupil constriction
- CBronchial constriction
- DIncreased blood pressure
5A patient who is taking epinephrine is also taking several other medications. The nurse should realize that there is a possible drug interaction with which drugs. (Select all that apply).
- AAlbuterol
- BMetoprolol
- CPropanolol
- DDigoxin
- EMethyldopa
6A patient is prescribed metoprolol to treat hypertension. It is important for the nurse to monitor the patient for which condition? (Select all that apply).
- ABradycardia
- BHypotension
- CAnkle Edema
- DDecreased respirations
- EIncreased respirations
7The nurse is administering atenolol to a patient. Which concurrent drugs does the nurse expect to most likely cause an interaction? (Select all that apply).
- AGinseng supplement
- Ban NSAID drug, such as aspirin
- CAtropine, an anticholinergic
- DHaloperidol
- EMethyldopa
8A Patient with asthma asks the nurse how his albuterol inhaler will work to help him breathe better. What is the best response for the nurse to explain the action of the drug?
- A"Albuterol will increase your heart rate so you will feel like you are able to breathe better."
- B"Albuterol causes bronchodilation in the lungs, improving function."
- C"Albuterol will cause an increase in urinary output to remove extra fluid from the lungs."
- D"Albuterol causes bronchial smooth muscle contraction that forces air into the lungs."
9A Patient presents to the clinic with a swollen face and tongue, difficulty breathing, and audible wheezes after eating a peanut butter sandwich for lunch. What is the first action the nurse should take?
- AEnsure a patent airway.
- BObtain an ECG.
- CAdminister 1mg of 1:100 epi SQ
- DStart an IV of Normal Saline.
10A patient calls the home health agency to tell the nurse she is having a reaction to her albuterol inhaler. She tells the nurse she is shaking and trembling. What is the first question the nurse should ask the patient?
- AAre you having any other symptoms?
- BHow long ago did this start?
- CWhen was the last time you used your inhaler?
- DHow many puffs on the inhaler did you take?
11Which drug(s) is/are classified as beta blockers? (Select all that apply)
- AAlbuterol
- BAtenolol
- CPropanolol
- DAmphetamine
- EAcebutolol
12The nurse discovers an IV has infiltrated on a patient receiving IV dopamine. The nurse prepares to administer _______________ as an antidote.
- Adobutamine
- Bepinephrine
- Cphentolamine
- Dreserpine
13When completing the patient health history, the nurse finds a history of narrow angle glaucoma. When performing the drug reconciliation, which drug would concern the nurse? (Select all that apply.)
- APsuedoephedrine
- BMidodrine
- CAlbuterol
- DCarvedilol
14Some over-the-counter medications for cold symptoms contain substances that have sympathetic properties. These drugs are contraindicated in patients with which disease process?
- AAllergic rhinitis
- BHypertension
- COrthostatic Hypotension
- DChronic Bronchitis
15Which adrenergic drug used in emergency settings does not decrease renal function?
- ANorepinephrine
- BDopamine
- CPhenyleprine
- DDobutamine
16Where are beta 1 receptors located? (Select all that apply)
- AGI Tract
- BLungs
- CKidneys
- DBrain
- EHeart
17A patient tells the nurse during the admitting history that he utilizes alternative and complementary therapies to help manage his medical conditions. Which drug would raise a concern in a patient taking St. John's Wort?
- AReserpine
- BAlbuterol
- CPropanolol
- DPseudoephedrine
18The nurse has been floated to the cardiac telemetry unit and is preparing to give a new drug to the patient. The health care provider's order is for timolol 100mg BID. Which is the nurse's best action?
- AGive the patient the drug after proper identification.
- BHold the drug and contact the health care provider regarding the dosage.
- CGive the drug now, and request a new order during patient rounds.
- DAssess the patient's vital signs, and give the drug.
19What is a catecholamine?
- AA substance that can produce a sympathomimetic response
- BAnother name for a beta blocker
- CA type of decongestant
- DA receptor site in the lungs
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