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RESPIRATORY DRUGS

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these drugs bind to receptors in the lungs Beta 2 adrenergic agonists
beta 2 adrenergic drug that is used for acute asthma attacks Albuterol
beta 2 adrenergic drug that is used long-term and for the prevention of asthma attacks Salmeterol
Side effects of beta 2 adrenergic agonists (4) nervousness, tremors, possible chest pain, palpitations
beta 2 adrenergic drug used for short-term albuterol
TRUE / FALSE Beta 2 adrenergic agonists can be used with glucocorticoids or anticholinergics TRUE
TRUE / FALSE Beta 2 adrenergic agonists should not be used with glucocorticoids or anticholinergics due to its antagonistic effects FALSE Beta 2 adrenergic agonists can be used with glucocorticoids or anticholinergics
What is the therapeutic level of Theophylline? 10 - 20 mcg/mL
TRUE/ FALSE Xanthines can be used for asthma but not for COPD FALSE Xanthines can be used for long-term control of asthma or COPD
MOA: increase cAMP which leads to bronchodilation A. Anticholinergics B. Decongestants C. Xanthines C. Xanthines
Side effects of Xanthines (5) GI upset, nervousness, headache, risk for dysrhythmias and seizures
Albuterol and Salmeterol are what type of bronchodilators? A. Beta 2 adrenergic Agonists B. Xanthines C. Anticholinergics A. Beta 2 adrenergic agonists
What type of bronchodilator is Theophylline? Xanthines
What type of bronchodilator is Ipratropium? Anticholinergics
This drug is used for long-term control of asthma and COPD Xanthines (Theophylline)
This drug/s is/are used for COPD, rhinitis, and asthma (off-label use) Anticholinergics (Ipratropium)
MOA: blocks acetylcholine receptors in airway's smooth muscle Anticholinergics
Side effects of anticholinergics (4) dry mouth, bitter taste, throat/ nasal irritation
Side effects: dry mouth, bitter taste, throat/ nasal irritation Anticholinergics
Patient teaching for anticholinergics increased fluid intake and suck on candy
Side effects: GI upset, nervousness, headache, risk for dysrhythmias and seizures Xanthines (Theophylline)
Side effects: nervousness, tremors, possible chest pain, palpitations Beta 2 adrenergic agonists
What type of drug are Beclomethasone and Momethasone? Corticosteroids
What type of drug are Budesonide and Fluticasone? Corticosteroids
Drug used for asthma and rhinitis Corticosteroids
Side effects of corticosteroids (3) headache, sore throat, possible fungal infection (candidiasis)
Which comes first? Bronchodilators or corticosteroids? bronchodilators then wait for 5 minutes before administering corticosteroids
What type of drugs are Montelukast and Zafirlukast? Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists
This type of drug is used for asthma and exercise-induced bronchoconstriction Leukotriene receptor antagonists
MOA: decrease effect of leukotrienes to decrease inflammation and dilate the airways Leukotriene receptor antagonists
Side effects of Zafirlukast? (2) headache, increased liver enzymes
When to administer Montelukast? at night and before exercise
When to administer Zafirlukast? before meals or on an empty stomach
What type of drug are Benzonatate, Codeine and Dextromethorphan? Antitussives
mainly used for cough Antitussives
MOA: anesthetic effects on vagal nerve receptors in airways A. Benzonatate B. Dextromethorphan C. Codeine A. Benzonatate
MOA: binds to opioid receptors in CNS and decrease cough reflex A. Benzonatate B. Dextromethorphan C. Codeine C. Codeine
MOA: suppress cough reflex in the medulla A. Benzonatate B. Dextromethorphan C. Codeine B. Dextromethorphan
Side effects: sedation, constipation, GI upset A. Benzonatate B. Dextromethorphan C. Codeine A. Benzonatate
Side effects: sedation, respiratory depression, constipation, GI upset A. Benzonatate B. Dextromethorphan C. Codeine C. Codeine
Side effects: dizziness, possible sedation at increased doses A. Benzonatate B. Dextromethorphan C. Codeine B. Dextromethorphan
Side effects of Benzonatate (3) Side effects: sedation, constipation, GI upset
Side effects of Codeine (4) Side effects: sedation, respiratory depression, constipation, GI upset
Side effects of Dextromethorphan (2) Side effects: dizziness, possible sedation at increased doses
What type of drug is Guaifenesin? A. Mucolytics B. Anticholinergics C. Expectorants D. Antitussive C. Expectorants
Used for: non-productive cough associated with respiratory infections Expectorants
MOA: lessens viscosity of secretions which makes cough more productive Expectorants
Side effects of Expectorants (2) GI upset, dizziness
What type of drug is Acetylcysteine? A. Mucolytics B Expectorants C. Antihistamine D. Decongestants A. Mucolytics
Used for: pulmonary disorders with thick mucus secretions A. Decongestants B Expectorants C. Antihistamine D. Mucolytics D. Mucolytics (Acetylcysteine)
Antidote for acetaminophen overdose Acetylcysteine
Side effects of Mucolytics (Acetylcysteine) (4) bronchospasm, nausea, vomiting, rash
this drug smells like rotten eggs Acetylcysteine
What type of drug are pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine? A. Mucolytics B Expectorants C. Antihistamine D. Decongestants D. Decongestants
MOA: vasoconstriction of respiratory tract mucosa Decongestants
Side effects of Decongestants (5) nervousness, palpitations, weakness, insomnia, possible rebound congestion
What type of drug is diphenhydramine? A. Mucolytics B. Antihistamine C. Expectorants D. Decongestants B. Antihistamine (1st generation)
What type of drug are Loratadine and Cetirizine? A. Mucolytics B. Antihistamine C. Expectorants D. Decongestants B. Antihistamine (2nd generation)
Used for: allergy symptoms (such as rhinitis, itchy watery eyes, sneezing), motion sickness, urticaria (hives) Antihistamine
MOA: block H1 receptors A. Antitussives B. Antihistamine C. Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists D. Beta 2 Adrenergic Agonists B. Antihistamine
Side effects of antihistamine (more of 1st gen) 3 main sedation, anticholinergics side effects (dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention), photosensitivity remember: can't see, pee, poop, spit
Side effects: GI upset, dizziness A. Decongestants B. Mucolytics C. Antihistamines D. Expectorants D. Expectorants
Side effects: bronchospasm, nausea, vomiting, rash A. Mucolytics B. Decongestants C. Antihistamines D. Expectorants A. Mucolytics
Side effects: nervousness, palpitations, weakness, insomnia, possible rebound congestion A. Mucolytics B. Expectorants C. Decongestants D. Antihistamines C. Decongestants
Side effects: sedation, anticholinergics side effects (dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention), photosensitivity A. Mucolytics B. Expectorants C. Decongestants D. Antihistamines D. Antihistamine (1st generation)
Which of the following is an Anticholinergic? A. Ipratropium B. Fluticasone C. Guaifenesin D. Phenylephrine A. Ipratropium
Which of the following is best used for acute asthma attacks? A. Phenylephrine B. Acetylcysteine C. Albuterol D. Salmeterol C. Albuterol
What drug is given for long-term use
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