The nurse is preparing to administer isoproterenol (Isuprel) to a patient who is experiencing an acute bronchospasm. The nurse understands that, because isoproterenol is a nonselective beta-adrenergic agonist, the patient will experience which effects?
a. Alpha- and beta-adrenergic agonist effects
b. Anticholinergic effects
c. A shorter duration of therapeutic effects
d. Cardiac and pulmonary effects
Question 2
The nurse is providing teaching for a patient who will use intranasal dexamethasone (Decadron) after discharge home from the hospital. What information is important to include when teaching this patient about this drug?
a. Dexamethasone may be used for year-round symptoms.
b. Dexamethasone should be discontinued after 30 days.
c. Dexamethasone should not be taken with antihistamines.
d. Dexamethasone should not cause systemic steroid side effects.
Teaching an illterate patient
A hearing-impaired patient using an interpreter.
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Medical Gymnasts Assist Patient in Performing Movements, 1909.
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