A patient is prescribed a medication that affects the beta1- and ...

[Diane]

A patient is prescribed a medication that affects the beta1- and beta2-receptors in the body. Which effects of this medication should the nurse expect to assess?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  1. normal heart rate
  2. improved respiration
  3. lower blood pressure
  4. reduced muscle cramps
  5. increased blood glucose level

Question 2

The nurse reads that a patient's reflexes are 3+. How should the nurse interpret this finding?
 
  1. The patient's reflexes are weaker than normal.
  2. The patient's reflexes are normal.
  3. The patient's reflexes are stronger than normal.
  4. The patient's reflexes are hyperactive.

[meganlapinski]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
Beta1-receptors are found in the heart, where they regulate the rate and force of contraction. Beta2-receptors are found in receptor cells of the lungs, arteries, liver, and uterus; they help regulate bronchial diameter, arterial diameter, and glycogenesis.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Reflexes are graded using standard criteria from absence (0) to hyperactive (4). 1+ reflexes are weaker than normal. 2+ reflexes are normal. 3+ reflexes are stronger than normal. 4+ reflexes are hyperactive, with sustained clonus.

[Diane]

Thank you

[meganlapinski]

No problemo