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burton19126

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Albuterol sulfate (Proventil) has a short half-life and duration of action. Based on this information, what should the nurse select as an appropriate dosing schedule for this drug?
 
  a. Once a day
  b. Once every other day
  c. 3 or 4 times a day
  d. 2 times a day

Question 2

Alpha-adrenergic blockers promote vasodilation. The nurse anticipates what expected therapeutic response from the client taking alpha-adrenergic blockers?
 
  a. Increased blood pressure
  b. Decreased blood pressure
  c. Decreased pulse rate
  d. Rapid respiration


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
A short half-life indicates that a medication must be given more frequently.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Vasodilation leads to a decrease in blood pressure.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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