University:
Stevenson University
Course:
NURS 460 | Medical/Surgical Nursing II
Academic year:

2020
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492

Pages:

1
Author:

Carina Becker

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Medication Terbutaline sulfate MEDICATION __________________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________ Beta 2 agonists CATEGORY CLASS ______________________________________________________________________ PURPOSE OF MEDICATION Expected Pharmacological Action Prevents and reverses bronchospasm in patients with asthma and reversible bronchospasm Therapeutic Use Relaxes brochial smooth muscle by stimulating beta 2 receptors Complications nervousness, tremor, drowsiness, headache, weakness, anxiety, somnolence, insomnia, arrythmias, tachycardia, vomiting, nausea, dry mouth, hypokalemia, dyspnea, palpitations, Contraindications/Precautions Overdose S&S: seizures, angina, hypertension, tachycardia, arrythmias, nervousness, headache, tremors, dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, hypokalemia. use cautiously in patient with CV disorders, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, or seizure disorders. Interactions Cardiac glycosides CNS stimulants Diuretics MAO inhibitors Propranolol sympathomimetics Evaluation of Medication Effectiveness Patient will be able to breath effectively with no bronchospasms. Medication Administration Give drug without regard for food. Give subcut. injections in to the side of the deltoid protect drug from light. Don't use if discolored Nursing Interventions drug may reduce the sensitivity of spirometry for the diagnosis of bronchospasm, monitor potassium level, pulmonary function, and CV effects (HR, BP, ECG) Client Education -ensure patient and caregivers understand the drug's use. -immediately report changes in HR or rhythm, which patient may experience as feeling anxious, palpitations, or a racing heart