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PNS/SNS
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Nursing
Undergraduate 3
05/09/2011

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Term
What are names that mean the same as PNS
Definition
Cholinergic, Muscarinic,
Term
What is the function of the PNS?
Definition
REST and DIGEST
Term
What causes cholinergic toxicity?
Definition
excess ACH
Term
What is the receptor for the PNS?
Definition
Muscarinic
Term
What is the neurotransmitter for the PNS?
Definition
Acetylcholine
Term
What are assessment findings of cholinergic toxicity?
Definition
S-Salivation
L-Lacrimation
U-Urination
D-defecation
G-gi UPSET
E-emesis
Term
Antidote to cholinergic toxicity?
Definition
atropine
Term
how can you prevent injuries due to visual changes? (PNS)
Definition
Dim lights
Term
What assessment finding will you find for the lungs and heart with cholinergic drugs?
Definition
SOB, bradycardia
Term
What is the role of the Anti-cholinergic drugs
Definition
block ACH
Term
What are anticholinergic side effects?
Definition
dry mouth, blurred vision (dilation), constipation, urinary retention, tachycardia, psychosis, dry secretions, flushed feeling
Term
CNS changes in the elderly
Definition
psychosis
Term
Why is glaucoma a side effect of Anti-cholinergic drugs?
Definition
dilation is increased, allows aqueous humor fluid to be trapped.. increases pressure.
Term
What is the role of the SNS?
Definition
Fight or Flight
Term
What are the receptors of the SNS?
Definition
Beta 1, Beta 2, Alpha 1
Term
What are the SNS Neurotransmitters?
Definition
Epinephrine and NE
Term
How does EP effect Beta 1 receptors?
Definition
increases heart rate, contractility, and conduction
Term
How does EP effect Beta 2?
Definition
bronchodilates
Term
How does EP effect Alpha 1?
Definition
Vasoconstriction
Term
What are Sympatholytics?
Definition
blockers of the SNS;
Term
What is the difference between selective beta blockers and non-selective?
Definition
selective blocks beta 1 only, nonselective blocks both
Term
What are beta blockers used for?
Definition
HTN, dysrhythmias, chest pain, MI, anxiety
Term
How do i know when it is safe to administer a beta blocker?
Definition
heart rate is between 60-100
Term
What are side effects of blocking beta 1?
Definition
bradycardia, decreased node conduction
Term
What are side effects of blocking beta 2?
Definition
bronchoconstriction, sob, decreased glycogenolysis and glucogenesis
Term
Why is it not good to give beta blockers to diabetics?
Definition
mask the signs of hypoglycemia.
Term
Why do you hold a beta blocker when allergy testing?
Definition
if not held, EP will not work.
Term
What are some significant drug interactions with beta blockers?
Definition
Digoxin and CCB-- synergistic affect, bradycardia..
Term
What do alpha 1 blockers do?
Definition
vasodilation
Term
What is a side effect of alpha blockers?
Definition
Orthostatic hypotension due to vasodilation
Term
Patient teaching regarding alpha blockers
Definition
move slow, dangle on side of bed
Term
What do alpha 2 agonist do?
Definition
Vasodilate
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