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nsg 170 test 1 study guideAirway sensitivity and hyper-responsiveness is likely to be the
basis for the variable airflow obstruction that is responsible for
many of the day-to-day symptoms Correct Answer asthma
Before administering Digoxin what should the nurse be sure to
asses? Correct Answer Apical pulse rate. If the pulse is <60 or
>100 do not administer.
Beta 1 and Beta 2 blockers are Rx to treat what? Correct
Answer Beta 1 treat the heart
-Metoprolol
-Atenolol
-Propranolol
-Carvedilol
Beta 2 they are bronchodilators used to treat respiratory
conditions
-Albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)
-Isoproterenol - EYE-so-pro-TER-e-nole (Isuprel, --Medihaler-
Iso)
-Metaproterenol - met-a-proe-TER-en-ole (Alupent)
-Fomoterol (Foradil)
-Salmeterol -sal-ME-ter-ole (Serevent)
-Levalbuteral (Xopenex - all types)ZOE-pon-ex
Digtoxicity can occur when these lab value is low Correct
Answer Potassium (k+)
, Formula for cardiac output Correct Answer stroke volume X
HR
Hemoptysis or blood in sputum is commonly associated with
what respiratory illnesses? Correct Answer Pulmonary edma
and brochitis
Indications for aminophylline and theophylline Correct Answer
Bronchodilator, classified as Xanthines used to prevent and treat
airway obstruction from asthma or COPD which can cause
wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing They
relaxe and open air passages in the lungs, making it easier to
breathe. (lily pg 584)
measures to prevent pulmonary embolism Correct Answer •
Start passive and active range-of-motion exercises for the
extremities of immobilized and postoperative patients.
• Ambulate patients soon after surgery.
• Use antiembolism and pneumatic compression stockings and
devices after surgery.
• Evaluate patient for criteria indicating the need for
anticoagulant therapy.
• Avoid the use of tight garters, girdles, and constricting
clothing.
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