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Respiratory
Question | Answer |
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Immune system reaction to foreign substances | Allergies |
Coughing up thick mucus | Distinguishing feature of chronic bronchitis |
Can cause anticholinergic effects (dry mouth, urinary retention, constipation and blurred vision) | First-generation antihistamine |
Block the action of acetylcholine in bronchial smooth muscle, which reduces Broncho-constrictive substance release | Anticholinergics medications |
Potential adverse effect of beta-2 agonist drugs | Tremors and palpitations |
Dilating bronchial airways | Beta-2 agonist medications |
Potential complication of chronic bronchitis | Reduced oxygen saturations |
Characteristic symptom of hay fever (allergic rhinitis) | Itchy and watery eyes |
Important nursing consideration when administering anticholinergic medications | Encouraging increased fluid intake |
Mechanism of action of corticosteroid medications | Inhibition of the immune response and inflammation |