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tiara099

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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.


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itsakadoozi

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

ANS: D
Non-selective beta-adrenergic agonists affect both beta1 and beta2 receptors, causing both tachycardia and bronchodilation. Alpha receptors are not affected.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Dexamethasone should not be used longer than 30 days because longer use increases the risk of systemic side effects. Dexamethasone should not be used year-round. It may be used in conjunction with antihistamines. Systemic side effects may occur.


tiara099

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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