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1
Q

Alpha1 adrenergic agonist

A

Phenylephrine (Neosynephrine)
Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
Tetrahydrozoline (Visine)

2
Q

Phenylephrine (Neosynephrine)
Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
Tetrahydrozoline (Visine)
used for

A
  • Generally prescribed for nasal congestion and hypotension

- May be used to produce mydriasis during ophthalmic exams

3
Q

Phenylephrine (Neosynephrine)
Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
Tetrahydrozoline (Visine)
ADVERSE EFFECTS

A
Headache
Restlessness
Insomnia
Euphoria
Palpitations/Tachycardia
Dysrhythmias
Hypertension
Pulmonary edema
Cardiac arrest
4
Q

Phenylephrine (Neosynephrine)
Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
Tetrahydrozoline (Visine)
NURSING CONCERNS

A
  • Monitor cardiac and respiratory status
  • Baseline Vitals
  • I&O
  • Underlying problem/preexisting conditions
  • Examine IV sites frequently
  • Remove contact lenses/dark eye protection after eye use
  • Limit use to 3-5 days intranasal
5
Q

Epinephrine (Adrenalin)

MOA

A

Activate both alpha and beta receptors

6
Q

Epinephrine (Adrenalin)

USED FOR

A

Used to treat bronchospasm, cardiac arrest, and hypotension

CPR, antishock, antianaphylaxis, bronchodilator