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epinephrine n/a

adrenalin, epipen IM : variable Subq- 5-15min INH: 1-5min

bronchodilator, vasopressor

IM: 1-4 hr Subq: 20min-4hr INH: 1-3 hr

acute asthmatic attacks, hemostasis , bronchospasm , anaphylaxis, allergic reactions, cardiac arrest, shock , adjunct anesthesia

IM, Subq, INH

0.3=0.5 mg q10-15min for adult IM 0.15mg IM for child

may be given as IV push only - cannot be in a IV drip Text

hypersensitivity , nonanaphylactic shock during general anesthesia b1 and b2 agonist causing increased levels of cAMP thereby closed-angle glaucoma, producing bronchodilator, cardiac CNS stimulation, high doses cause vasoconstriction via a receptors . low doses can cause vasodilation via b2 vascular receptors breathing problems, fast or pounding heartbeats, sweating; nausea and vomiting, dizziness; weakness or tremors; headache, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations , dry eyes,

β-blockers, such as propranolol. Cyclopropane or halogenated hydrocarbon anesthetics, . Antihistamines, Thyroid hormones, Diuretics. Cardiac glycosides, such as digitalis glycosides. Quinidine.

Obtain complete health history including allergies, drug history and possible drug interactions. presence/history of anaphylactic shock, asthma, glaucoma, ventricular fibrillation, croup, septic shock, wheezing Obtain vital signs.

hypoglycemia, abnormal ekg - increased t wave

teach about side effects of medication and reason for usage, how to use, rinse mouth after inhalation to prevent dryness ,

if the patient has overactive thyroid gland. diabetes.,parkinsonism. closed angle glaucoma, high blood pressure .a heart attack. angina.

check BP, breathing , respiratory assessment therapeutic response...