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8 Cards in this Set
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Class
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Beta-blocker
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Mechanism of Action
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Causes a reduction in heart rate, systolic blood pressure, and cardiac output
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Indications
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AMI
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Contraindications
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HR < 45 bpm, BP < 100 mm Hg, CHF, heart block, shock
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Precautions
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Be alert for signs and symptoms of CHF, bradycardia, shock, heart block, or bronchospasm (patients with history of asthma or COPD)
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Side Effects
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Bradycardia, hypotension, dyspnea, and wheezing
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Interactions
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IV calcium channel blockers, antihypertensive agents, MAOIs
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Dosage
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5 mg, q 5min x3 total doses
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