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Which side effect can be potentially caused by a selective beta2-adrenergic (albuterol) when administered to treat bronchospasm in a patient with asthma?
Which side effect can be potentially caused by a selective beta2-adrenergic (albuterol) when administered to treat bronchospasm in a patient with asthma?
- Increased drowsiness
- Increased heart rate (correct)
- Increased gastrointestinal (GI) motility
- Decreased blood pressure
What is the safest beta blocker to give to a patient with asthma who requires treatment for cardiovascular disease?
What is the safest beta blocker to give to a patient with asthma who requires treatment for cardiovascular disease?
- Propranolol (Inderal)
- Pindolol (Visken)
- Metoprolol (Lopressor) (correct)
- Nadolol (Corgard)
Which type of receptor do selective beta-2 agonists preferentially act on?
Which type of receptor do selective beta-2 agonists preferentially act on?
- Beta2 receptors (correct)
- Beta1 receptors
- Dopamine receptors
- Alpha receptors
What is a potential side effect associated with non-selective beta blockers in patients with asthma?
What is a potential side effect associated with non-selective beta blockers in patients with asthma?
What are the side effects commonly associated with beta2 adrenergic agonists?
What are the side effects commonly associated with beta2 adrenergic agonists?
Which beta blocker has a greater affinity for receptors that decrease heart rate and blood pressure, making it suitable for patients with asthma?
Which beta blocker has a greater affinity for receptors that decrease heart rate and blood pressure, making it suitable for patients with asthma?
What is the expected effect of epinephrine administration in a patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
What is the expected effect of epinephrine administration in a patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
In a patient with asthma exacerbation, what symptom might indicate overuse of albuterol?
In a patient with asthma exacerbation, what symptom might indicate overuse of albuterol?
What is the initial action the nurse should take if erythema and swelling are noted at the IV insertion site of a patient receiving intravenous dopamine?
What is the initial action the nurse should take if erythema and swelling are noted at the IV insertion site of a patient receiving intravenous dopamine?
What recommendation would be most appropriate for a patient experiencing side effects from beta-blockers?
What recommendation would be most appropriate for a patient experiencing side effects from beta-blockers?
What instruction should the nurse give a patient using phenylephrine HCl (Neo-Synephrine) nasal spray?
What instruction should the nurse give a patient using phenylephrine HCl (Neo-Synephrine) nasal spray?
When starting an albuterol inhaler for asthma, what should the nurse advise the patient to report?
When starting an albuterol inhaler for asthma, what should the nurse advise the patient to report?
When teaching a patient about taking atenolol (Tenormin) for hypertension, what instruction should the nurse provide regarding dosing?
When teaching a patient about taking atenolol (Tenormin) for hypertension, what instruction should the nurse provide regarding dosing?
In a patient with hypertension taking doxazosin mesylate, what change might the nurse suggest if observing orthostatic hypotension and reflex tachycardia?
In a patient with hypertension taking doxazosin mesylate, what change might the nurse suggest if observing orthostatic hypotension and reflex tachycardia?
If a patient newly started on atenolol (Tenormin) reports dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and decreased libido, what should the nurse do?
If a patient newly started on atenolol (Tenormin) reports dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and decreased libido, what should the nurse do?
How do alpha-adrenergic blockers like those used for Raynaud’s disease primarily work?
How do alpha-adrenergic blockers like those used for Raynaud’s disease primarily work?
What is an essential skill for a patient's family to learn when the patient is discharged on a beta-blocker?
What is an essential skill for a patient's family to learn when the patient is discharged on a beta-blocker?
How would you categorize Reserpine based on its drug class?
How would you categorize Reserpine based on its drug class?
'A patient on atenolol expresses feeling weak and fatigued', what should the nurse do?
'A patient on atenolol expresses feeling weak and fatigued', what should the nurse do?
Which statement by a patient taking bethanechol (Urecholine) would indicate a need for further teaching?
Which statement by a patient taking bethanechol (Urecholine) would indicate a need for further teaching?
Which health condition would raise concern when a male patient with myasthenia gravis is starting neostigmine?
Which health condition would raise concern when a male patient with myasthenia gravis is starting neostigmine?
What is the primary purpose of administering benztropine (Cogentin) in a patient with Parkinson's disease?
What is the primary purpose of administering benztropine (Cogentin) in a patient with Parkinson's disease?
In a postoperative patient who received atropine sulfate preoperatively, which assessment finding would require immediate provider notification?
In a postoperative patient who received atropine sulfate preoperatively, which assessment finding would require immediate provider notification?
Which type of drug is most likely prescribed to treat irritable bowel syndrome?
Which type of drug is most likely prescribed to treat irritable bowel syndrome?
What should a nurse inform a patient about using anticholinergic medication regarding dry mouth?
What should a nurse inform a patient about using anticholinergic medication regarding dry mouth?
What should the nurse do in response to the parent's report of the child's recent symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and headaches?
What should the nurse do in response to the parent's report of the child's recent symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and headaches?
What statement by the parent indicates an understanding of methylphenidate teaching for ADHD treatment?
What statement by the parent indicates an understanding of methylphenidate teaching for ADHD treatment?
What is the correct response by the nurse concerning weight loss drugs for children?
What is the correct response by the nurse concerning weight loss drugs for children?
Which drug could be used to treat neonatal apnea in an infant?
Which drug could be used to treat neonatal apnea in an infant?
What is a true statement about phentermine?
What is a true statement about phentermine?
What severe effects can occur from excessive caffeine consumption according to the text?
What severe effects can occur from excessive caffeine consumption according to the text?
Which diagnostic test may assist in the diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in a child?
Which diagnostic test may assist in the diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in a child?
Which drug is typically ordered to treat narcolepsy?
Which drug is typically ordered to treat narcolepsy?
What side effect of methylphenidate should the nurse address with a patient experiencing difficulty sleeping?
What side effect of methylphenidate should the nurse address with a patient experiencing difficulty sleeping?
Which statement by a parent indicates an understanding of methylphenidate administration for ADHD?
Which statement by a parent indicates an understanding of methylphenidate administration for ADHD?
What advice should a nurse provide to a parent seeking an over-the-counter cold medication for a child on amphetamine for ADHD?
What advice should a nurse provide to a parent seeking an over-the-counter cold medication for a child on amphetamine for ADHD?
Which assessments are especially important for a child with ADHD taking methylphenidate HCl?
Which assessments are especially important for a child with ADHD taking methylphenidate HCl?
What is the primary use of donepezil?
What is the primary use of donepezil?
For how long is the transdermal scopolamine patch designed to last?
For how long is the transdermal scopolamine patch designed to last?
Why should patients with glaucoma avoid taking anticholinergic medications?
Why should patients with glaucoma avoid taking anticholinergic medications?
What side effect might indicate urinary retention in a patient who received atropine?
What side effect might indicate urinary retention in a patient who received atropine?
In which condition should benztropine be used with caution due to potential exacerbation of symptoms?
In which condition should benztropine be used with caution due to potential exacerbation of symptoms?
What is the primary purpose of administering atropine sulfate in a patient with sinus bradycardia?
What is the primary purpose of administering atropine sulfate in a patient with sinus bradycardia?
Which symptom would indicate the need to hold the administration of tolterodine tartrate in a patient with incontinence?
Which symptom would indicate the need to hold the administration of tolterodine tartrate in a patient with incontinence?
What action is appropriate for the nurse to take when the patient has diabetes mellitus and has been ordered to receive pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) for nasal congestion?
What action is appropriate for the nurse to take when the patient has diabetes mellitus and has been ordered to receive pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) for nasal congestion?
Why is a direct-acting cholinergic agonist drug selective to muscarinic receptors still described as non-specific?
Why is a direct-acting cholinergic agonist drug selective to muscarinic receptors still described as non-specific?
What will happen if a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg is administered bethanechol (Urecholine) for urinary retention?
What will happen if a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg is administered bethanechol (Urecholine) for urinary retention?
After 30 minutes of administering bethanechol (Urecholine) for urinary retention, what should the nurse do if the patient voids 800 mL of urine, reports a loose stool, and has a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg?
After 30 minutes of administering bethanechol (Urecholine) for urinary retention, what should the nurse do if the patient voids 800 mL of urine, reports a loose stool, and has a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg?
What does an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist primarily act on?
What does an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist primarily act on?
What effect does bethanechol (Urecholine) have on a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg?
What effect does bethanechol (Urecholine) have on a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg?
What should be done if a patient reports 800 mL urine output, loose stool, and 110/70 mm Hg blood pressure after taking bethanechol (Urecholine)?
What should be done if a patient reports 800 mL urine output, loose stool, and 110/70 mm Hg blood pressure after taking bethanechol (Urecholine)?
What is the expected side effect of epinephrine administration to a patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
What is the expected side effect of epinephrine administration to a patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction?
What might be the reason for a patient with asthma exacerbation to exhibit expiratory wheezing, tremors, restlessness, and a heart rate of 120 beats per minute?
What might be the reason for a patient with asthma exacerbation to exhibit expiratory wheezing, tremors, restlessness, and a heart rate of 120 beats per minute?
When a patient receiving intravenous dopamine shows erythema and swelling at the IV insertion site, what should the nurse's initial action be?
When a patient receiving intravenous dopamine shows erythema and swelling at the IV insertion site, what should the nurse's initial action be?
What instruction should a nurse give a patient using phenylephrine HCl nasal spray to treat congestion from a viral upper respiratory infection?
What instruction should a nurse give a patient using phenylephrine HCl nasal spray to treat congestion from a viral upper respiratory infection?
What information should the nurse include when teaching a patient about taking atenolol as add-on therapy for hypertension?
What information should the nurse include when teaching a patient about taking atenolol as add-on therapy for hypertension?
What should the nurse do if a patient reports dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and decreased libido after starting atenolol for hypertension?
What should the nurse do if a patient reports dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and decreased libido after starting atenolol for hypertension?
What common side effect can potential occur when administering a selective beta-2 agonist to treat bronchospasm in a patient with asthma?
What common side effect can potential occur when administering a selective beta-2 agonist to treat bronchospasm in a patient with asthma?
Which beta blocker would be the safest choice for a patient with asthma requiring treatment for cardiovascular disease?
Which beta blocker would be the safest choice for a patient with asthma requiring treatment for cardiovascular disease?
What is the primary concern when a male patient with myasthenia gravis is starting neostigmine?
What is the primary concern when a male patient with myasthenia gravis is starting neostigmine?
Which effect can be potentially caused by a selective beta-2 agonist like albuterol when administered to treat bronchospasm in a patient with asthma?
Which effect can be potentially caused by a selective beta-2 agonist like albuterol when administered to treat bronchospasm in a patient with asthma?
What is the expected impact of bethanechol (Urecholine) on a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg?
What is the expected impact of bethanechol (Urecholine) on a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg?
When treating urinary retention with bethanechol (Urecholine), what should the nurse do if the patient voids 800 mL of urine, reports loose stool, and has a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg after 30 minutes?
When treating urinary retention with bethanechol (Urecholine), what should the nurse do if the patient voids 800 mL of urine, reports loose stool, and has a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg after 30 minutes?
Which statement best describes the action of an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist?
Which statement best describes the action of an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist?
Why are direct-acting cholinergic agonist drugs selective to muscarinic receptors still described as non-specific?
Why are direct-acting cholinergic agonist drugs selective to muscarinic receptors still described as non-specific?
What should the nurse do when preparing to administer bethanechol to a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg?
What should the nurse do when preparing to administer bethanechol to a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg?
What action is appropriate for the nurse when a patient taking bethanechol reports voiding 800 mL of urine, having a loose stool, and a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg after administration?
What action is appropriate for the nurse when a patient taking bethanechol reports voiding 800 mL of urine, having a loose stool, and a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg after administration?
When administering pseudoephedrine to a diabetic patient with nasal congestion, what should the nurse do?
When administering pseudoephedrine to a diabetic patient with nasal congestion, what should the nurse do?
What should be done when a patient receiving bethanechol reports voiding 800 mL of urine, experiencing loose stool, with a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg?
What should be done when a patient receiving bethanechol reports voiding 800 mL of urine, experiencing loose stool, with a blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg?
What statement by a patient taking bethanechol (Urecholine) indicates a need for further teaching?
What statement by a patient taking bethanechol (Urecholine) indicates a need for further teaching?
What would prompt the nurse to notify the provider when caring for a postoperative patient who received atropine sulfate preoperatively?
What would prompt the nurse to notify the provider when caring for a postoperative patient who received atropine sulfate preoperatively?
Which type of drug would a patient with irritable bowel syndrome most likely receive for treatment?
Which type of drug would a patient with irritable bowel syndrome most likely receive for treatment?
What would the nurse include when teaching a patient about using an anticholinergic medication?
What would the nurse include when teaching a patient about using an anticholinergic medication?
What is the primary purpose of administering benztropine (Cogentin) in a patient with Parkinson's disease?
What is the primary purpose of administering benztropine (Cogentin) in a patient with Parkinson's disease?
Which symptom would indicate the need to hold the administration of tolterodine tartrate in a patient with incontinence?
Which symptom would indicate the need to hold the administration of tolterodine tartrate in a patient with incontinence?
What should a nurse inform a patient about using anticholinergic medication regarding dry mouth?
What should a nurse inform a patient about using anticholinergic medication regarding dry mouth?
Why should patients with glaucoma avoid taking anticholinergic medications?
Why should patients with glaucoma avoid taking anticholinergic medications?
What will happen if a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg is administered bethanechol (Urecholine) for urinary retention?
What will happen if a patient with a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg is administered bethanechol (Urecholine) for urinary retention?
In which condition should benztropine be used with caution due to potential exacerbation of symptoms?
In which condition should benztropine be used with caution due to potential exacerbation of symptoms?
What aspect of the patient's history would cause the nurse to hold the administration of benztropine (Cogentin) for Parkinson's disease?
What aspect of the patient's history would cause the nurse to hold the administration of benztropine (Cogentin) for Parkinson's disease?
Which symptom in a patient with incontinence would warrant holding the administration of tolterodine tartrate (Detrol LA)?
Which symptom in a patient with incontinence would warrant holding the administration of tolterodine tartrate (Detrol LA)?
In a patient intubated with sinus bradycardia, which medication would the nurse anticipate administering?
In a patient intubated with sinus bradycardia, which medication would the nurse anticipate administering?
What would trigger the nurse to contact the physician about the appropriateness of benztropine (Cogentin) treatment in a patient scheduled to start it for Parkinson's disease?
What would trigger the nurse to contact the physician about the appropriateness of benztropine (Cogentin) treatment in a patient scheduled to start it for Parkinson's disease?
What action should the nurse perform when a patient who received atropine sulfate has a urine output less than fluid intake and reports a dry mouth?
What action should the nurse perform when a patient who received atropine sulfate has a urine output less than fluid intake and reports a dry mouth?
'Apply the patch behind the ear' is important for transdermal scopolamine use to help with:
'Apply the patch behind the ear' is important for transdermal scopolamine use to help with:
What is the appropriate action for the nurse to take when evaluating an adolescent on methylphenidate experiencing nausea, vomiting, and hyperactivity?
What is the appropriate action for the nurse to take when evaluating an adolescent on methylphenidate experiencing nausea, vomiting, and hyperactivity?
What statement by a parent indicates understanding of methylphenidate administration for ADHD?
What statement by a parent indicates understanding of methylphenidate administration for ADHD?
What is the correct response by the nurse when asked about weight loss medications for children?
What is the correct response by the nurse when asked about weight loss medications for children?
In treating neonatal apnea, which drug is appropriate for use in newborns with respiratory distress?
In treating neonatal apnea, which drug is appropriate for use in newborns with respiratory distress?
After excessive caffeine consumption, what potential adverse effects may a patient experience?
After excessive caffeine consumption, what potential adverse effects may a patient experience?
What medication is typically used to treat narcolepsy?
What medication is typically used to treat narcolepsy?
For a patient diagnosed with narcolepsy, what symptom would necessitate the administration of modafinil?
For a patient diagnosed with narcolepsy, what symptom would necessitate the administration of modafinil?
What is an essential consideration when choosing weight loss medications for obese pediatric patients?
What is an essential consideration when choosing weight loss medications for obese pediatric patients?
A patient presents with daytime sleepiness and difficulty staying awake despite adequate sleep at night. What medication would the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe?
A patient presents with daytime sleepiness and difficulty staying awake despite adequate sleep at night. What medication would the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe?
When given a case of neonatal apnea, what drug would be appropriate for treatment?
When given a case of neonatal apnea, what drug would be appropriate for treatment?
What is a common side effect that can result from the use of phentermine?
What is a common side effect that can result from the use of phentermine?
What is the recommended time of day to administer methylphenidate to treat ADHD?
What is the recommended time of day to administer methylphenidate to treat ADHD?
Which statement is true regarding the administration of methylphenidate for ADHD in children?
Which statement is true regarding the administration of methylphenidate for ADHD in children?
For a child taking methylphenidate, what assessments are crucial due to the medication's effects?
For a child taking methylphenidate, what assessments are crucial due to the medication's effects?
What should a parent do when their child is taking amphetamine for ADHD and needs an over-the-counter cold medication?
What should a parent do when their child is taking amphetamine for ADHD and needs an over-the-counter cold medication?
What is a potential consequence of a child with ADHD taking medications with caffeine while on amphetamine?
What is a potential consequence of a child with ADHD taking medications with caffeine while on amphetamine?
What could be a concerning sign for a child taking ADHD medication such as methylphenidate?
What could be a concerning sign for a child taking ADHD medication such as methylphenidate?
What side effect is common in patients taking beta-adrenergic blockers?
What side effect is common in patients taking beta-adrenergic blockers?
Why should a patient taking albuterol (Proventil) inhaler monitor their heart rate?
Why should a patient taking albuterol (Proventil) inhaler monitor their heart rate?
What is the primary reason a patient taking doxazosin mesylate may need a change in their drug regimen for hypertension?
What is the primary reason a patient taking doxazosin mesylate may need a change in their drug regimen for hypertension?
How do alpha-adrenergic blockers help treat Raynaud’s disease?
How do alpha-adrenergic blockers help treat Raynaud’s disease?
What is a crucial skill the nurse should teach the family of a patient discharged on a beta blocker?
What is a crucial skill the nurse should teach the family of a patient discharged on a beta blocker?
Which drug class does Reserpine belong to primarily?
Which drug class does Reserpine belong to primarily?
If a patient complains of feeling weak and fatigued while on atenolol (Tenormin), what action should the nurse take?
If a patient complains of feeling weak and fatigued while on atenolol (Tenormin), what action should the nurse take?
What should the family of a patient starting on a beta blocker learn to monitor?
What should the family of a patient starting on a beta blocker learn to monitor?
What is the main side effect that indicates potential urinary retention in a patient who received atropine?
What is the main side effect that indicates potential urinary retention in a patient who received atropine?
What should a nurse advise a parent seeking an over-the-counter cold medication for a child already on amphetamine for ADHD?
What should a nurse advise a parent seeking an over-the-counter cold medication for a child already on amphetamine for ADHD?
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