A patient taking propranolol develops wheezing and increasing difficulty breathing. Which action is the priority?
Correct answer: A. Withhold the drug and assess respiratory status
- A. Withhold the drug and assess respiratory status
- B. Give the next dose with a glass of milk
- C. Ask the patient to walk to improve circulation
- D. Administer a cough suppressant before assessment
Explanation
Nonselective beta blockers such as propranolol can cause bronchoconstriction, making breathing the priority assessment. Airway and breathing take precedence over routine administration or comfort measures.
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Cardiovascular and respiratory drugs include antihypertensives, diuretics, antianginal agents, antiarrhythmics, cardiac glycosides, anticoagulants, bronchodilators, corticosteroids and cough medicines. Questions focus on mechanisms, indications, contraindications, toxicity and monitoring, especially the difference between drugs that reduce blood pressure, improve cardiac output or open narrowed airways.
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