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Beta Blockers Flashcards

1
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selective beta-blockers

A

Compete at beta 1 receptors

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2
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Non-selective beta blockers

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Compete at both beta 1 and 2

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3
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How do beta blockers work

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Lower BP by blocking the effects of endogenous epinephrine

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4
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Beat blockers names

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-lol

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5
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Common conditions treated with beta blockers

A

HTN

Congestive HF

Things to deal with the heart

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Beta blocker

Cardiovascular adverse effects

A

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Cardiac failure
Severe bradycardia
Heart block
Acute angina attack (MI)
Peripheral vascular disease
Elevated LDL and triglyceride levels

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Beta blockers

Noncardiac adverse effects

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Fatigue
Sexual dysfunction
Dizziness
NVD

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8
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Beta blockers
Nursing considerations

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Administer carefully in pt with heart blocks

Hold dose and notify provider with:
HR <60
SBP <90

Never abruptly stop (cause rebound tachycardia

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9
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Action of beta blockers

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Decrease:
HR
Force of contraction
Rate of AV conduction

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