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reversible airway obstruction, exercise induced asthma
Action
bronchodilation through stimulation of beta 2 adrenergic receptors
Therapeutic Class
bronchodilators
Pharmacologic Class
adrenergics
Nursing Considerations
• instruct patient to avoid excessive use • can cause headache palpitations tachycardia, abdominal pain, paradoxical bronchospasm • beta blockers and decrease effectiveness • assess respiratory status • may increase glucose levels • always take bronchodialtor first
