Exam 2: NR293 NR 293 Latest

Exam 2: NR293 / NR 293 (Latest

Update 2025 / 2026) Pharmacology for Nursing Practice | Questions & Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain

Question:

Beta 1 Blockers- Medications

Answer:

Metoprolol, Atenolol

Pneumonic: To remember that Metoprolol and Atenolol are cardioselective

(beta1), remember that your MA (mother) will always be #1 in your heart.

Question:

Beta 1 Blockers- Indications

Answer:

hypertension, angina, HF, MI, arrhythmias

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Question:

Beta 1 Blockers- Mode of Action

Answer:

Decrease BP and HR y blocking beta1 (heart) receptors

Question:

Beta 1 Blockers- Side Effects

Answer:

Bradycardia, hypotension, erectile dysfunction, ischemic heart disease if stopped abruptly.

Question:

Beta 1 Blockers- Nursing Care

Answer:

Monitor BP and HR. Hold per provider's order parameters (e.g., SBP <90, HR <60) May mask signs of hypoglycemia

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Question:

Beta 1 Blockers- Patient Teaching

Answer:

Change positions slowly.Do not stop medications suddenly (MUST TAPER)

Question:

Nonselective Beta Blockers-Medications

Answer:

Propranolol, Labetalol, Carvedilol

Question:

Nonselective Beta Blockers- Indications

Answer:

hypertension, angina, arrhythmias, MI

Question:

Nonselective Beta Blockers- Mode of Action

Answer:

Blocks beta1 (heart) and beta2 (lung) receptors. Decrease BP and HR 3 / 4

Question:

Nonselective Beta Blockers- Contraindications

Answer:

Asthma

Pneumonic: Please Listen Carefully; Propranolol, and Carvedilol are non-

selective and impact the lungs too!

Question:

Nonselective Beta Blockers- Side Effects

Answer:

Bronchospasm, hypotension, bradycardia, erectile dysfunction.

Question:

Nonselective Beta Blockers- Nursing Care

Answer:

Monitor BP and HR. Hold per provider's order parameters (e.g., SBP <90, HR <60.)

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