Beta Blockers LOLs Flashcards
What are beta blockers primarily used for?
Beta blockers are primarily used to manage cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension, heart failure, and arrhythmias.
Name three examples of beta blockers.
Three examples of beta blockers are Metoprolol, Atenolol, and Propranolol.
True or False: Beta blockers can be used to treat anxiety.
True.
Fill in the blank: Beta blockers work by blocking the effects of ______ on beta receptors.
epinephrine.
What is a common indication for prescribing beta blockers?
A common indication is the treatment of hypertension.
List one adverse effect of beta blockers.
One adverse effect can be bradycardia.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a beta blocker? A) Metoprolol B) Lisinopril C) Atenolol
B) Lisinopril.
What should a nurse monitor when a patient is on beta blockers?
A nurse should monitor the patient’s heart rate and blood pressure.
True or False: Beta blockers are contraindicated in patients with asthma.
True.
What is the mechanism of action of beta blockers?
Beta blockers work by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors, reducing heart rate and myocardial contractility.
Fill in the blank: Beta blockers can mask the symptoms of ______ in diabetic patients.
hypoglycemia.
Which condition is a contraindication for beta blocker use?
Severe bradycardia.
Multiple choice: Which of the following beta blockers is cardioselective? A) Propranolol B) Atenolol C) Nadolol
B) Atenolol.
What interaction should be considered when administering beta blockers?
Beta blockers can interact with calcium channel blockers, increasing the risk of bradycardia.
True or False: Beta blockers can be used for migraine prophylaxis.
True.
What is a nursing consideration when discontinuing beta blockers?
Beta blockers should be tapered off to avoid rebound hypertension.
Name a non-cardiac indication for beta blockers.
One non-cardiac indication is the treatment of performance anxiety.
Which beta blocker is often preferred in patients with heart failure?
Carvedilol.
Fill in the blank: Beta blockers may cause ______ as an adverse effect on the central nervous system.
fatigue.
What should patients be advised about when taking beta blockers?
Patients should be advised not to abruptly stop taking beta blockers.
True or False: Beta blockers can be used in patients with hyperthyroidism.
True.
What is the effect of beta blockers on exercise tolerance?
Beta blockers may decrease exercise tolerance due to reduced heart rate.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common side effect of beta blockers? A) Insomnia B) Weight gain C) Dizziness
C) Dizziness.
What is the preferred route of administration for beta blockers?
Beta blockers are usually administered orally.
