Author Question: The pharmacology instructor is discussing adrenergic agonists with the nursing class. Which drugs ... (Read 31 times)

saraeharris · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The pharmacology instructor is discussing adrenergic agonists with the nursing class. Which drugs would the instructor tell the nursing students are generally indicated for the treatment of shock, bronchospasm, and some types of asthma?

A) Sympathomimetic drugs
B) Beta-blocking drugs
C) Parasympathetic stimulating drugs
D) Anticatecholamine drugs

Question 2

What are some nonpharmacologic measures a nurse can use to help a patient who is nauseated or vomiting? (Select all that apply.)

A) Quiet environment
B) Visitors
C) Soft, bland meals (if not contraindicated)
D) Deep breathing
E) Carbonated drinks (if not contraindicated)

kescobar@64 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
These drugs generally are indicated for the treatment of hypotensive states or shock, bronchospasm, and some types of asthma. Beta-blocking drugs, parasympathetic stimulating drugs, and anticatecholamine drugs are not the drugs of choice in these situations.

Answer to Question 2

A, D, E
Feedback:
Provide support and encouragement, as well as other measures (quiet environment, carbonated drinks, deep breathing), to help the patient cope with the discomfort of nausea and vomiting and drug effects. Visitors do not support the quiet environment needed. Patients who are nauseated or vomiting generally do not want to eat.