Albuterol mdi - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

drug dilution calculation correct answer: drug % x 10 = number of mg in 1 mL of the drug step 1: drug % x 10 = # mg/mL step 2: # mg/mL x dosage ordered = number of mg of drug how many mg are in 3.0 mL of a 0.083% solution of albuterol? correct answer: drug % x 10 = # mg/mL 0.083% x 10 = 0.83 mg/mL 0.83 mg/mL x 3 mL = 2.5 mg the RT is asked to administer 2.5 mg of albuterol, the medication is available in a 0.5% solution, how many mL of albuterol should be administered? correct ...

Fluticasone (Intranasal) - intranasal steroid Side effects: nose bleeds, increased ocular pressure Diphenhydramine - H1 antagonist Ipratropium (inhaled) - Big points to know - Use: COPD, class: inhaled anticholinergic inhibits M3 receptors at smooth muscle contraindicated with peanut allergy. Precautions: Glaucoma, BPH Remember: "pium" "can't pee." This drug is an anticholinergic and dries you up! Side Effect: foul taste, xerostoma, increased ocular pressure, urinary retention. Inte...

The Role of the School Nurse Case Study 2024 updateQuestion 1 Sarah assists a child with newly diagnosed asthma using her albuterol metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer. The child has audible wheezes prior to use. Which instruction should the nurse provide Sarah? A) Hold the inhaler upside down before using it. B) Shake the aerosol MDI three to four times prior to administration. C) Inhale deeply before pressing the inhaler. D) Use the inhaler without a spacer for better results. Corr...

SOLUTION’S MANUAL FOR NR 565 FINAL TEST EXAM Albuterol MDI - CORRECT ANSWER-Inhaler used for bronchospasm and asthma attacks Indication albuterol - CORRECT ANSWER-Use for exercise-induced bronchospasm, asthma attacks, and COPD exacerbation Contraindication albuterol - CORRECT ANSWER-Avoid in tachydysrhythmias and tachycardia associated with digitalis toxicity Caution albuterol - CORRECT ANSWER-Use with caution in patients with diabetes, hyperthyroidism, heart disease, hyperten...

Lindsey Jones Exam 1 Questions And Answers Disease history What should be excluded in an evaluation of a patient's ability to learn to self-administer medication by MDI? Ipratropium bromide 0.5mg and a theophylline level check A 33 y/o femal with a history of asthma presents to the ER w/ inspiratory and expiratory wheezing. She take aminophylline routinely and has self-administered 8 puffs of albuterol via MDI over the past two hours. What should the RT recommend?

SNHD AEMT FORMULARY Exam Review Solution A+ Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin) - Answer-NSAID (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory) Adult: 324 mg PO Peds: not recommended Albuterol - Answer-Bronchodilator Adult: 2.5 mg in 3.0ml SVN; repeat until improvement Peds: 2.5 mg in 3.0 ml SVN Bronchodilator Metered Dose Inhaler - Answer-Sympathomimetic, bronchodilator Adult: assist patient with own MDI Peds: assist patient with own MDI Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride (Benadryl) - Answer-Adult: 50 mg IM/I...

Medications - ans Albuterol MDI, 2 puffs every 4 hours as needed for wheezing Acetaminophen 325 mg tabs by mouth, 2 tabs every 4 hours as needed for fever greater than 38.6C /101.5F Clindamycin 600mg/50ml every 6 hours intravenously 0.9 NaCl intravenously 100 ml/hr continuously x2 Liters Lortab 5mg 1-2 tabs by mouth as needed for pain Oxycodone 5mg 1 tab by mouth as needed Insulin glargine 10 units at bedtime Health History Tips & Tricks: - ans Student: Hello! - ans ...

Albuterol (beta-agonist) - correct answer A bronchodilator; valid for any wheezing (on the exam), plays a critical role in treating acute asthma. Forms and Dosages: SVN 2.5 mg or 0.5ml Continuous Neb: 10-25 mg/h MDI 10mg or 2ml Levalbuterol (Xopenex) (Beta-agonist) - correct answer Bronchodilator; substitute for albuterol when tachycardia or tremors. Forms and Dosages: MDI 45 mcg, 2 inhalations (= 90 mcg) e...

West Coast EMT Final Prep Airway Exam Latest Update Administration of a Bronchodilator - ANSWER-Generic: Albuterol. Trade: Proventil, Ventolin. Route: MDI-metered dose inhaler. Action: Causes bronchodilation and stimulates nervous system. Indications: Asthma, difficulty breathing with wheezing. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, tachycardia, myocardial infarction. Dose: 1-2 inhalations, wait 5 mins between. Appropriate ventilation rates - ANSWER-Breathing rate normal: 12-20 bpm. BVM requir...

ADULT 1 CH 28 ASTHMA MANAGEMENT EAQ EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS VERIFIED GRADED A++ Which inhaler would the nurse be prepared to administer to the patient at the onset of an asthma attack? Albuterol Which information will the nurse include when educating a patient with asthma about use of a peak flow meter? "You should find your personal best peak flow reading for comparison." Which instruction will the nurse include when teaching a patient to use a hand-held nebulizer? Sit in an up...