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sam.t96

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient receiving nedocromil (Tilade) asks how this drug will help control a respiratory condi-tion. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate for the health care provider to give the patient?
 
  a. It is a beta agonist that causes bronchodilation.
  b. It stabilizes mast cells to block reaction to allergens.
  c. It is a corticosteroid that suppresses the immune response.
  d. It increases the diameter of the bronchioles.

Question 2

A patient with chronic respiratory disease has an order for salmeterol (Serevent), two puffs every 12 hours. Review the following possible adverse effects, and select the one that could occur fol-lowing a dose of this drug.
 
  a. Pupil reaction
  b. Heart rate changes
  c. Deep tendon reflexes
  d. Level of consciousness


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mariahkathleeen

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

ANS: B
Nedocromil stabilizes mast cells, whereby the activation and release of chemical mediators from eosinophils and epithelial cells are blocked.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Salmeterol xinafoate is a long-acting beta agonist commonly used in combination with an inhaled corticosteroid for long-term control of respiratory symptoms. Adverse effects include tachycardia and hypokalemia, and prolonged QT interval with overdose.


sam.t96

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

scikid

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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