Pharmacology- NUR 211 Quiz with Accurate Answers
Esmolol (Brevibloc) class correct answer Beta Blocker
esmolol administration correct answer IVP (over 1 min)
Avoid concentrations of >10 mg/mL
Continuous infusions- based on pt wt and desired HR/BP
esmolol contraindications correct answer Uncompensated HF
Pulmonary edema
Cardiogenic shock
Bradycardia
Heart block
Alcohol intolerance
Esmolol Indications correct answer Sinus tachycardia
SVT
(Dysrhythmias)
Esmolol s/e correct answer Fatigue
Hypotension
Bradycardia
Furosemide (Lasix) Class correct answer Non-potassium sparing loop diuretic
Esmolol (Brevibloc) class correct answer Beta Blocker
esmolol administration correct answer IVP (over 1 min)
Avoid concentrations of >10 mg/mL
Continuous infusions- based on pt wt and desired HR/BP
esmolol contraindications correct answer Uncompensated HF
Pulmonary edema
Cardiogenic shock
Bradycardia
Heart block
Alcohol intolerance
Esmolol Indications correct answer Sinus tachycardia
SVT
(Dysrhythmias)
Esmolol s/e correct answer Fatigue
Hypotension
Bradycardia
Furosemide (Lasix) Class correct answer Non-potassium sparing loop diuretic
