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Epinephrine |
MOA: stimulates alpha adrenergic receptors, beta1 and beta2 receptors, vasoconstrictive Use: anaphylactic shock, cardiac arrest, severe hypotension, shock, and added to local anesthetics AE: fear, anxiety, restlessness Patient teaching: should not be taken with other meds, without talking to their doctor |
Adrenergic (vasoconstrictor) |
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Epipen |
Given to people that are susceptible to severe allergic reactions Should be carried at all times Administered in the thigh |
Many people use it |
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Adrenergic drugs used for |
Cardiac arrest Stokes-Adams syndrome Profound bradycardia Second line agent: Hypotension and shock |
Don't think too hard |
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3 mechanisms of action Adrenergic meds |
Direct acting Indirect Mixed |
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3 mechanisms of action Adrenergic meds |
Direct acting Indirect Mixed |
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Specific disorders treated |
Anaphylaxis Nasal congestion Hypotension/shock Cardio resuscitation |
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