Title | Medication Albuterol - Active Learning Template |
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Author | BoB BoBington |
Course | Care Management 2 |
Institution | Keiser University |
Pages | 1 |
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Active Learning Template...
ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE:
Medication
Gavin Isaac STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ Albuterol inhaler MEDICATION __________________________________________________________________________
REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________
Bronchodilators CATEGORY CLASS ______________________________________________________________________ PURPOSE OF MEDICATION
Expected Pharmacological Action Relaxation of airway smooth muscle with subsequent bronchodilation.
Therapeutic Use Used as a bronchodilator to control and prevent reversible airway obstruction caused by asthma or COPD.
Complications - Nervousness, restlessness, tremor - Paradoxical bronchospasm - Chest pain, palpitations, angina - GI upset
Contraindications/Precautions Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to adrenergic amines.
Interactions - Concurrent use with other adrenergic agents will have increased adrenergic side effects. - Use with MAOI inhibitors may lead to hypertensive crisis. - May decrease serum Digoxin levels
Evaluation of Medication Effectiveness - Prevention or relief of bronchospasm
ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES
Medication Administration 2-4mg 3-4 times daily (not to exceed 32mg/day) or 4-8mg of extended-release tablets twice daily.
Nursing Interventions - Assess lung sounds, pulse and BP before administration and during peak of medication. Note sputum produced. - Observe for paradoxical bronchospasm, and hold meds and contact HCP if condition
Client Education Instruct patient to take as directed. Do not double doses. - Instruct the patient in the proper use of the metered dose inhaler or nebulizer. - Advise patient to rinse mouth with water after dose
THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE
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