NUR2474 / NUR 2474 Exam 2 Review Updated: Pharmacology for Professional Nursing - Rasmussen

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NUR 2474 Pharmacology for Professional Nursing Exam 2 Review NUR 2474 Pharmacology for Professional Nursing Exam 2 Review Inhaler education- how to use, how many puffs, glucocorticoi... ds (steroids) • Depress the inhaler and breathe in • Hold that in for as long as they can • Wait about 1min between 1st and 2nd puff • If 2 inhalers are being used, use the bronchodilator 1st • Complete the puffs from the 1st inhaler before using the 2nd one ● 1-2 puffs. ● Rinse mouth after using glucocorticoids inhalers (Fluticasone, Prednisone, Beclomethasone) ● Steroids are the most effective meds for long-term control of airway inflammation Asthma rescue medications Ex: Beta-2 Agonists - Albuterol / Salmeterol- Bronchodilators • Rescue inhalers, use 1st • Opens airways, increase HR and BP • Causes constipation, urinary retention • Albuterol (short acting) / Salmeterol (long acting) Anticholinergic education Ex: Ipratropium Bromide • Dry mouth • Urinary retention • High BP ● high heart rate ● thirsty • Stops the parasympathetic nervous system [Show More]

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