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Which of the following is NOT a classification of drugs used to treat respiratory diseases?
Which of the following is NOT a classification of drugs used to treat respiratory diseases?
- Inhaled Corticosteroids
- Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists
- Antihypertensives (correct)
- Bronchodilators
Antihistamines work by blocking the release of histamine from mast cells.
Antihistamines work by blocking the release of histamine from mast cells.
False (B)
What is the mechanism of action of bronchodilators?
What is the mechanism of action of bronchodilators?
Bronchodilators work by relaxing the smooth muscles of the airways, which opens them up and reduces airway resistance, making breathing easier.
A severe, life-threatening asthma attack is known as ______.
A severe, life-threatening asthma attack is known as ______.
Match the medication type with its primary function:
Match the medication type with its primary function:
Which of these is an adverse effect commonly associated with antihistamines?
Which of these is an adverse effect commonly associated with antihistamines?
What are two common types of drugs used to treat asthma?
What are two common types of drugs used to treat asthma?
Xanthine derivatives are bronchodilators that act by stimulating beta-2 adrenergic receptors.
Xanthine derivatives are bronchodilators that act by stimulating beta-2 adrenergic receptors.
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Antihistamines
Antihistamines
Medications that block histamine receptors to reduce allergy symptoms.
Decongestants
Decongestants
Drugs that relieve nasal congestion by constricting blood vessels.
Antitussives
Antitussives
Medications that suppress cough reflex.
Expectorants
Expectorants
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Bronchodilators
Bronchodilators
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Xanthine Derivatives
Xanthine Derivatives
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Inhaled Corticosteroids
Inhaled Corticosteroids
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Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist
Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course: NURS 3113 Pharmacology
- Chapters Covered: Chapter 36: Antihistamines, Decongestants, Antitussives, and Expectorants; Chapter 37: Respiratory Drugs
Week 3 Objectives
- Discuss the mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, cautions, drug interactions, adverse effects, dosages, and route of administration for antihistamines, decongestants, antitussives, and expectorants.
- List the classifications of drugs used to treat diseases and conditions of the respiratory system.
- Discuss the mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, cautions, drug interactions, dosages, routes of administration, adverse effects, and toxic effects of bronchodilators and other respiratory drugs.
Chapter 36: Antihistamines, Decongestants, Antitussives, and Expectorants
Antihistamines
- Receptors: H1 and H2
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not fully detailed
- Indications: Treatment of allergic reactions
- Contraindications: Specific allergies or pre-existing conditions
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not fully detailed
- Medications: diphenhydramine, loratadine
Decongestants
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not fully detailed
- Indications: Relief of nasal congestion
- Contraindications: Specific pre-existing conditions
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not fully detailed
- Medications: oxymetazoline
Antitussives
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not fully detailed
- Indications: Cough suppression
- Contraindications: Specific pre-existing conditions
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not fully detailed
- Medications: benzonatate, codeine, dextromethorphan
Expectorants
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not fully detailed
- Indications: Facilitating the removal of mucus
- Contraindications: Specific pre-existing conditions
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not fully detailed
- Medications: guaifenesin
Chapter 37: Respiratory Drugs
Respiratory System Conditions
- Asthma: Definition and description of an asthma attack and status asthmaticus
- COPD: Definition and description of COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema
Bronchodilators
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not given
- Indications: Information on indications is not given
- Contraindications: Information on contraindications is not given
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not given
Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not given
- Indications: Information on indications is not given
- Contraindications: Information on contraindications is not given
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not given
Xanthine Derivatives
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not given
- Indications: Information on indications is not given
- Contraindications: Information on contraindications is not given
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not given
Inhaled Corticosteroids
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not given
- Indications: Information on indications is not given
- Contraindications: Information on contraindications is not given
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not given
Anticholinergics
- Mechanism of Action (MOA): Information on MOA is not given
- Indications: Information on indications is not given
- Contraindications: Information on contraindications is not given
- Adverse Effects: Information on adverse effects is not given
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