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ATI Pharmacology Made Easy Module: The Respiratory System Notes

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What causes airflow disorders?   caused by the inflammation of lung airways (secondary to bronchial hypersensitivity)  
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What are two of the most common airflow disorders?   Asthma and COPD  
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What are some common types of upper respiratory disorders?   Allergic Rhinitis, Colds, Cough and Influenza  
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What is the goal of drug therapy in relation to airflow disorders?   to decrease inflammation of the and facilitate dilation of the bronchioles and bronchi  
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What is the goal of drug therapy in relation to upper respiratory disorders?   to decrease the allergic response for allergy-based disorders and minimize the symptoms of viral-based disorders  
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Six types of drugs to treat airflow disorders   Beta 2 Adrenergic agonists, inhaled anticholinergics, methylxanthines, glucocorticoids, mast cell stabilizers, leukotriene modifiers  
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What do Beta 2 adrenergic agonists stimulate?   Beta 2 adrenergic agonists stimluate beta 2 cells of the sympathetic nervous system to relax the bronchi  
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What do Beta 2 adrenergic agonists treat?   short and long-term management of asthma, prevention of EIA (exercise induced asthma), and treatment of ongoing asthma exacerbations  
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What is the prototype for beta 2 adrenergic agonists?   albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)  
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What are the goals of beta 2 adrenergic agonists?   to promoto bronchodilation, relieve bronchospasms, and help the airways of the lungs to stay open  
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What are possible side effects of beta 2 adrenergic agonists?   Tachychardia (rapid heart rate), heart palpitations, tremors and angina  
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