AsthmaCOPD

Ventolin is administered for patient with signs of chronic bronchitis + wheezing. The action of this medication is

• Relax smooth muscles of the bronchial airway.

• Promote expectoration.

• Supress the cough.

• Increase heart rate.

Patient is receiving Ventolin via nebulizer. Paramedic monitors the Pt. for which side effects of this medication?

• Palpitation.

• Hypotension.

• Bradycardia.

• Tremors

_________ is also known as Blue Bloater.

Weakening of the alveoli is also known as

Pt presented with cyanosis, extreme SOB, Spo2 77%. During auscultation, wheezing heard. What is your immediate treatment for the pt?

• Perform cardiac monitoring lead for pt. then L&G.

• Provide BVM.

• Provide NRM.

• Load & Go to expedite transportation then inside ambulance provide BVM.

All SOB cases must be transported to the hospital as P1 standby.

• True

• False