Coreg Flashcards
1
Q
Classification
A
Beta adrenergic blocker
Anti HTN
2
Q
Action
A
Possesses non selective beta & alpha blocking activity, causes vasodilation
3
Q
Dose
A
Initially 6.25 mg twice a day may double in 1-2 weeks maximum 50 mg/ day
4
Q
Side effect
A
Fatigue dizziness
5
Q
Contraindications
A
Bronchial asthma decomponsated heart failure, 2nd or 3rd degree AV block, severe bradycardia
6
Q
Action
A
Absorbed GI
Metabolized liver
Excreted urine
7
Q
Nursing intervention
A
B/P apical pulse if pulse less than 60 or B/P less than 90 systolic hold Rx contact MD, monitor hypotension dyspnea, assess pulse monitor I&O
Renal hepatic function tests
