This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: ______________________ is an antidote for known betablocker overdose. a. Glucagon b. Epinephrine ... (Read 110 times)

natalie2426

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 524
___________________ ___ is an antidote for known betablocker overdose.
 
  a. Glucagon
  b. Epinephrine
  c. Dextrose 50
  d. Calcium chloride

Question 2

_____ is the number one preventable cause of respiratory disease.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

bbburns21

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 336
Answer to Question 1

a
Rationale: a. Correct.
b. Epinephrine is indicated in cardiac arrest and anaphylaxis.
c. Dextrose is indicated in hypoglycemia.
d. Calcium chloride is contraindicated when beta blockers have been taken.

Answer to Question 2

Smoking





 

Did you know?

For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.

Did you know?

Approximately one in four people diagnosed with diabetes will develop foot problems. Of these, about one-third will require lower extremity amputation.

Did you know?

Over time, chronic hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus infections can progress to advanced liver disease, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Unlike other forms, more than 80% of hepatitis C infections become chronic and lead to liver disease. When combined with hepatitis B, hepatitis C now accounts for 75% percent of all cases of liver disease around the world. Liver failure caused by hepatitis C is now leading cause of liver transplants in the United States.

Did you know?

The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.

Did you know?

Despite claims by manufacturers, the supplement known as Ginkgo biloba was shown in a study of more than 3,000 participants to be ineffective in reducing development of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in older people.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library