15 Questions
What is the standard supply form of albuterol sulfate?
Premixed solution in a unit dose
What is the mechanism of action of albuterol sulfate?
Relaxes bronchial smooth muscle resulting in bronchodilation
What is the route of administration for albuterol sulfate?
Nebulized for inhalation
What are the indications for albuterol sulfate?
Asthma, COPD, hyperkalemia
Which adverse reaction/side effects are associated with albuterol sulfate?
Tachycardia, hypertension, dysrhythmias, muscle tremors, palpitations, chest pain, dizziness, nervousness, anxiety, headache, nausea, vomiting
What should be avoided when using albuterol sulfate?
Using other bronchodilators without medical advice
What is the onset of action of albuterol sulfate?
5 to 15 minutes
What drug may be used in conjunction with albuterol sulfate?
Ipratropium bromide (Atrovent®)
What is the adult dosage of albuterol sulfate via small volume nebulizer?
2.5 mg in 3.0 mL normal saline (unit dose)
What is the peak effect of albuterol sulfate?
1 to 1½ hours
What is the contraindication for albuterol sulfate?
Known hypersensitivity to the drug
What is the duration of action of albuterol sulfate?
3 to 6 hours
What is the class of albuterol sulfate?
Sympathomimetic, beta 2 adrenergic agonist, bronchodilator
What is the trade name of albuterol sulfate?
Ventolin/ Proventil
What is the pediatric dosage for albuterol sulfate?
2.5mg in 3.0 mL normal saline (unit dose) via small volume nebulizer, in line small volume nebulizer with a bag-valve-mask
Study Notes
- Adenosine is used for asthma, bronchospasm, and hyperkalemia
- Adult dosage: 6.0 mg rapid bolus, pediatric dosage: 0.1 mg/kg (up to 6.0 mg)
- If no response to initial bolus, adult can receive 12 mg, and pediatric can receive 0.2 mg/kg (up to 12 mg)
- Adverse reactions of adenosine include tachycardia, hypertension, and dysrhythmias
- Albuterol sulfate is a beta2 agonist bronchodilator used for asthma and bronchospasm
- Albuterol sulfate has an onset of action at 5 to 15 minutes
- Adult dosage for albuterol sulfate is 2.5 mg in 3.0 mL via nebulizer, can be repeated
- Albuterol sulfate can be used in conjunction with ipratropium bromide
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