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What is the primary therapeutic outcome associated with sympathomimetic decongestant therapy?
What is the primary therapeutic outcome associated with sympathomimetic decongestant therapy?
- Reduced nasal congestion with easier breathing (correct)
- Reduced blood pressure
- Increased heart rate
- Improved sinus drainage
Tetrahydrozoline nasal spray is contraindicated in patients with which of the following conditions?
Tetrahydrozoline nasal spray is contraindicated in patients with which of the following conditions?
- Local erosions of the nasal mucosa (correct)
- Hypertension and glaucoma
- Thyroid diseases and diabetes
- All of the above
What is the mechanism of action of tetrahydrozoline in reducing nasal congestion?
What is the mechanism of action of tetrahydrozoline in reducing nasal congestion?
- Stimulating the alpha-adrenergic receptors in the nasal membranes (correct)
- Blocking the action of leukotrienes on the nasal mucosa
- Inhibiting the release of histamine from mast cells
- Stimulating the beta-adrenergic receptors in the nasal membranes
What is a common side effect of frequent use of decongestants, especially nasal sprays or drops?
What is a common side effect of frequent use of decongestants, especially nasal sprays or drops?
What is the advantage of oral decongestants over nasal sprays?
What is the advantage of oral decongestants over nasal sprays?
What is the sympathomimetic effect of tetrahydrozoline that can occur with prolonged use?
What is the sympathomimetic effect of tetrahydrozoline that can occur with prolonged use?
What is the local effect of tetrahydrozoline that can occur if used for a prolonged period?
What is the local effect of tetrahydrozoline that can occur if used for a prolonged period?
What is the nursing responsibility in administering tetrahydrozoline nasal spray?
What is the nursing responsibility in administering tetrahydrozoline nasal spray?
What is the respiratory side effect of tetrahydrozoline nasal spray?
What is the respiratory side effect of tetrahydrozoline nasal spray?
For how long can tetrahydrozoline nasal spray be used safely before rebound congestion occurs?
For how long can tetrahydrozoline nasal spray be used safely before rebound congestion occurs?
