Respiratory Medication and Oxygen Delivery Flashcards

Flashcards covering respiratory medications, their dosages, uses, and oxygen delivery devices with corresponding flow rates and FiO2 percentages.

What is Albuterol used for, and what is its classification?

Albuterol is used for bronchospasm and wheezing; it is a SABA (Short-Acting Beta-Agonist).

What is the typical dosage and frequency for Albuterol?

2.5 mg in 3 mL solution, administered every 4-6 hours.

When is Xoponex (Levalbuterol) preferred over Albuterol?

When the patient's heart rate is too high, as it also treats bronchospasm/wheezing.

What is the dosage range for Xoponex (Levalbuterol)?

0.31, 0.63, or 1.25 mg in 3 mL of solution, every 4-6 hours.

What are the uses for Ipratropium bromide (Atrovent)?

COPD maintenance and Asthma Bronchospasms.

What drug class does Ipratropium bromide (Atrovent) belong to?

SAMA (Short-Acting Muscarinic Antagonist).

What is the dosage for Ipratropium bromide (Atrovent)?

0.5 mg/2.5 mL solution, administered BID (twice a day) to every 6 hours.

When is Ipratropium and Albuterol (DuNeb) indicated?

For bronchospasm/wheezing in patients with COPD, such as emphysema & bronchitis.

What are the dosages for Ipratropium and Albuterol (DuNeb)?

Albuterol 2.5 mg, Ipratropium Bromide 0.5 mg in 3 mL of solution.

What is Budesonide (Pulmicort) used for, and what drug class does it belong to?

To help reduce inflammatory, wheezing & SOB in Asthma. It is a corticosteroid.

What is the typical dosage for Budesonide (Pulmicort)?

0.25, 0.5 mg or 1 mg, up to a total of 2 mg a day, maximum BID. 0.5 mg with 2 mL of solution. 1 mg with 2 mL of solution.

What is Aformoterol (Brovana) used for, and what drug class does it belong to?

For treating Bronchospasm in COPD for diseases such as emphysema & Bronchitis. It is a LABA (Long-Acting Beta-Agonist).

What is the recommended dosage for Aformoterol (Brovana)?

15 mcg/2 mL BID (twice a day).

What is Acetylcysteine (mucomyst) used to treat, and what type of agent is it?

Used to treat secretions (COPD, CF Bronchitis); it is a mucoactive agent.

What are the dosage options for Acetylcysteine (mucomyst)?

10% solution: 3-5 mL, 3-4 times a day. 20% solution: 1-2 mL, 3-4 times a day.

What is Racemic epinephrine (Nefron) used for?

For inflammation or Edema. Useful for stridor in Croup patients, Post extubation stridor, Bronchiolitis, Airway obstruction from secretions or swelling

What is the classification of Racemic epinephrine?

USABA (Ultra Short Acting Beta Agonist)

What is the standard dosage of Racemic epinephrine (Nephron)

2.25% solution, 0.5 mL - 0.25 mL, every 30 minutes five doses 3 times

What is the approximate FIO2 delivered by a nasal cannula at 1-6 L?

24%-44%

Aerosol Mask

6-10 LPM FiO2 35-50%

What is the approximate FIO2 delivered by a simple mask at 5-10 L?

40%-50%

What is the flow rate range for a venti mask?

2 or 3-15 L

What is the flow rate range for a Hi Flow NC for Children?

2-25 L