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Lopressor (metoprolol)
classification |
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| antihypertensive/beta blocker |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
usual dosage & route |
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| 25-100mg PO qday in 1-2divided doses |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
dosage/route/frequency |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
reason why PT on this Rx |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
how does the Rx work |
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| blocks stimulation of beta-adrenergic receptors, dec. BP and HR |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
side effects |
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Definition
Bradycardia
CHF
pulmonary edema
fatigure
weakness
erectile dysfunction (ed)
hypotension |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
Nursing actions |
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Definition
assess BP & Pulse
monitor I&O
Wt. changes
s/s CHF (dyspnea, crackles, WT gain, peripheral edema, JVD. |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
Pt. teaching on Rx |
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Rx name
purpose
dosage, frequency
assessing BP and Pulse
change positions slowly
notify MD for s/s of CHF
limit intake of caffeinated drinks. |
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
Rx that may interact with Lopressor |
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Definition
Lasix --> hypotension
Digoxin - bradycardia |
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| Lopressor (metoprolol): onset |
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| Lopressor (metoprolol): peak |
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| Lopressor (metoprolol): duration |
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| Lopressor (metoprolol): haft life |
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