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Chloeellawright

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A client with asthma is given albuterol sulfate (Proventil), a selective adrenergic drug that stimulates the beta2-receptor site. Which response should the nurse expect to see in the client?
 
  a. Bronchoconstriction
  b. Bronchodilation
  c. Decreased heart rate
  d. Increased blood pressure

Question 2

A client was stung by a bee. This is the third bee sting the client has received, and the client complains of shortness of breath. What is the adrenergic drug used in emergencies to combat a life-threatening allergic reaction?
 
  a. Norepinephrine (Levophed)
  b. Epinephrine (Adrenalin)
  c. Terbutaline (Brethine)
  d. Propranolol (Inderal)


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zogaridan

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

ANS: B
Albuterol sulfate is a bronchodilator.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Epinephrine has powerful beta2 action that dilates bronchial airways.


Chloeellawright

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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:D TYSM

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