Bronchodilators

What is the primary purpose of using bronchodilators like albuterol in the management of asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

How do beta2-adrenergic agonists like albuterol produce bronchodilation?

Which of the following drug classes works by inhibiting the breakdown of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP)?

Ipratropium and tiotropium are examples of which class of bronchodilators?

Which of the following beta2-adrenergic agonists is noted to have a delayed onset of action, making it unsuitable for managing acute attacks?

What is a significant contraindication for the use of bronchodilators?

The therapeutic effectiveness of bronchodilators may be antagonized by the concurrent use of which class of drugs?

What is the minimum amount of daily liquid intake recommended for patients taking bronchodilators to help decrease the viscosity of airway secretions?

Patients taking theophylline should be advised to minimize their intake of xanthine-containing foods and beverages because they may cause what effect?

When a patient is using a bronchodilator and another inhalation medication, what is the recommended procedure for administration?

What does repeated or chronic use of rapid-acting inhaled beta-agonist bronchodilators indicate for a patient with asthma?

What is the mechanism of action for the anticholinergic compounds ipratropium and tiotropium?

Which of the following classes of drugs may potentiate the cardiovascular effects of bronchodilators?

According to the nursing implications, what is the recommended administration schedule for bronchodilators to maintain therapeutic plasma levels?

In which group of patients should bronchodilators be used cautiously?

Aminophylline and theophylline are examples of which class of bronchodilators?

What is one of the key desired outcomes for a patient receiving bronchodilator therapy?

Which nursing assessment is crucial for patients with a history of cardiovascular problems who are starting on bronchodilators?

Patients on bronchodilator therapy should be advised to avoid OTC cough, cold, or breathing preparations without consulting a health care professional for what primary reason?

Which of the following is NOT listed as a beta2-adrenergic agonist bronchodilator?

A patient using a bronchodilator should contact their health care professional promptly if what situation occurs?

What is the primary mechanism of action for ipratropium and tiotropium?

Which of the following is NOT listed as a beta2-agonist with a delayed onset of action?

What is the primary reason patients using bronchodilators are advised to avoid smoking and other respiratory irritants?

Concurrent use of bronchodilators with antidepressants and MAO inhibitors may lead to what specific effect?

What is the recommended time to wait after using a bronchodilator before administering another inhalation medication?

Which class of bronchodilators includes the drugs aminophylline and theophylline?

In the management of asthma, what are rapid-acting inhaled beta-agonist bronchodilators primarily reserved for?

Which of the following would NOT be considered a long-term control agent indicated when repeated use of a rapid-acting bronchodilator is necessary?

Which of the following nursing diagnoses is listed as a potential issue for patients on bronchodilators?

Concurrent use of bronchodilators with other adrenergic drugs like decongestants results in what type of interaction?

Which of the following assessments should be performed before and throughout bronchodilator therapy?

What type of preservative is mentioned as a potential cause of hypersensitivity, which is a contraindication for bronchodilator use?

What is the desired outcome related to breathing for a patient on bronchodilator therapy?

Which of the following drugs is NOT a beta2-adrenergic agonist?

Which condition requires cautious use of bronchodilators?

Which of these long-acting beta2-agonists is NOT recommended for the management of acute attacks due to a delayed onset?

What assessment of a patient's secretions should be made before and during bronchodilator therapy?

Which potential nursing diagnosis is mentioned as being related to the patient's physical response to breathing difficulties?

What patient advice helps manage the side effects of theophylline?

Beta2-adrenergic agonists like epinephrine produce bronchodilation by stimulating the production of what substance?

What is the consequence of concurrent use of bronchodilators and beta blockers?

What is the recommended minimum daily fluid intake for a patient taking bronchodilators?

If a patient taking theophylline reports consuming large amounts of coffee and chocolate, what is the most likely consequence?

Which of the following agents is an anticholinergic compound used as a bronchodilator?

Why should patients with a history of cardiovascular problems be closely monitored with an ECG while on bronchodilator therapy?

What is the recommended action if a patient vomits after taking an oral dose of theophylline?

According to the text, which drug class works by inhibiting the breakdown of cAMP, thus acting as a bronchodilator?

Which of the following is an example of an oral long-acting bronchodilator mentioned as a long-term control agent?

A patient is advised to use their bronchodilator inhaler first, followed by their corticosteroid inhaler. How long should they wait between using the two inhalers?