Respiratory Drugs To Memorize

Front 1

Name a drug class that affects the upper respiratory system along with prototype

Back 1

Antitussive
P: dextromethorphan

Front 2

dextromethorphan- use and action

Back 2

Use: for uncomfortable, nonproductive, dry cough
action: supress cough reflecx

Front 3

dextromethorphan- 5 pt teachings

Back 3

1. s/s: *Drowsy, *dizzy, n/v
2. refrain from driving or operating dangerous machinery
3. No grapefruit juice, OJ, or alcohol
4. seek medical attention of cough does not resolve
5. take as directed in evenly spaced intervals
6. report tight chest, SOB, noisy breathing--> may be having a rxn

Front 4

Name a drug class that affects the lower respiratory system along with prototype

Back 4

Bronchidilator- beta agonist
P: albuterol

Front 5

albuterol- use and action

Back 5

Use: acute and chronic mgmt of asthma and CAL (chronic airway limitation)
Axn: relaxes the smooth muscles of bronchi

Front 6

albuterol- 5 pt teachings

Back 6

1. use FIRST for all acute symptoms of SOB or wheezing
2. How to use and MDI
3. Limit caffeine intake
4. Notify MD if symptoms do not go away
5. Notify MD before use of OTC drugs