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pepyto

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following medications is contraindicated for the treatment of acute bronchospasm?
 
  A) Aminophylline
  B) Cromolyn (Intal)
  C) Albuterol (Proventil)
  D) Formoterol (Foradil)

Question 2

The electrocardiogram of a patient in distress reveals the presence of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia. The cardiologist has consequently ordered adenosine, an unclassified antidysrhythmic that is specific to the treatment of this disorder.
 
  The nurse should prepare to facilitate what intervention? A) Cardiac catheterization
  B) Inserting a central venous catheter
  C) Holter monitoring
  D) Nonstress testing


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Joc

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

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Cromolyn stabilizes mast cells and is not used in acute bronchospasm. Aminophylline is used in limited cases but is administered for acute asthma attack. Albuterol and formoterol are used for acute asthma attack.

Answer to Question 2

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Adenosine has a very short duration of action (serum half-life of less than 10 seconds) and a high degree of effectiveness. It must be given by a rapid bolus injection, preferably through a central venous line. Cardiac catheterization is not indicated in this patient's care. Holter monitoring and nonstress testing are not used in the immediate assessment of patients in cardiac decompensation.


pepyto

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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