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Which class of drugs used in the management of pulmonary diseases decreases the production of and inhibits the release of leukotrienes, histamine, and prostaglandins; inhibits the activity of eosinophils and leukocytes; and decreases vascular permeability to decrease airway edema?
Which class of drugs used in the management of pulmonary diseases decreases the production of and inhibits the release of leukotrienes, histamine, and prostaglandins; inhibits the activity of eosinophils and leukocytes; and decreases vascular permeability to decrease airway edema?
- Anticholinergics
- Beta2-adrenergic agonists
- Glucocorticoids (correct)
- Leukotriene modifiers
Which range is the targeted therapeutic adult dosage range of theophylline?
Which range is the targeted therapeutic adult dosage range of theophylline?
- 1 to 5 mcg/mL
- 10 to 20 mcg/mL (correct)
- 30 to 40 mcg/mL
- 50 to 60 mcg/mL
Which statement describes a pharmacodynamic difference between albuterol and salmeterol?
Which statement describes a pharmacodynamic difference between albuterol and salmeterol?
- Albuterol is considered “long-acting” and salmeterol is considered “short-acting.”
- Salmeterol’s effects last for 3 to 4 hours, and albuterol has an extended duration of action up to 12 hours.
- Because of the onset of action, albuterol should not be used during an acute attack of asthma, but instead, salmeterol should be used.
- Based on pharmacodynamics, albuterol is typically dosed as needed based on symptoms whereas salmeterol is dosed twice daily. (correct)
Which statement is accurate regarding the pharmacokinetic profile of zafirlukast?
Which statement is accurate regarding the pharmacokinetic profile of zafirlukast?
When can a patient anticipate ipratropium’s onset of action?
When can a patient anticipate ipratropium’s onset of action?
Which teaching points would a nurse provide to Mr. Marx?
Which teaching points would a nurse provide to Mr. Marx?
Which patients will a nurse determine can safely receive treatment with a beta2-adrenergic agonist?
Select all that apply.
Which patients will a nurse determine can safely receive treatment with a beta2-adrenergic agonist? Select all that apply.
Which order of instructions would a nurse provide a patient using a metered-dose inhaler?
Which order of instructions would a nurse provide a patient using a metered-dose inhaler?
Which effect would a nurse anticipate might occur in a patient receiving inhaled fluticasone who is also prescribed hydrochlorothiazide for hypertension?
Which effect would a nurse anticipate might occur in a patient receiving inhaled fluticasone who is also prescribed hydrochlorothiazide for hypertension?
Which statements made about theophylline by a patient with asthma would alert the nurse that further intervention is warranted?
Select all that apply.
Which statements made about theophylline by a patient with asthma would alert the nurse that further intervention is warranted? Select all that apply.
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