Question

a. What are the general functions of the autonomic nervous system? b. What happens when the sympathetic nervous system is stimulated? c. What happens when the parasympathetic nervous system is stimulated? d. What are a muscarinic receptor and a nicotinic receptor? e. What is the therapeutic action for dopamine? f. What are the adverse effects of dopamine? g. What are the key nursing implementation considerations for patients receiving an adrenergic agent? h. What is the difference between alpha-adrenergic blocking agents and beta-adrenergic blocking agents? i. What are the key lifespan considerations for an older adult when administering adrenergic blocking agents? j. What are the key nursing implementation considerations for a patient receiving nonselective adrenergic blocking agents? k. What are the most common adverse effects of propranolol (Inderal)? 1. For what other indications, besides the treatment of hypertension, is propranolol (Inderal) prescribed?
pharamcology

Answer 1

a.The general functions of the autonomic nervous system are

• It aides in the control of peristaltic movements in the gastrointestinal tract also stimulates digestion.
• It regulates the respiration of constricting and relaxation of the bronchioles which aises in involuntary inspiration and expiration
• It controls the sphincter of the bladder and helping in passing urine of sympathetic nervous system is stimulated it can lead to decreased urine output
• It dilates and constricts pupils when exposed to light ,aides in vision
• It controls the heart rate ,on sympathetic stimulation it can increase the blood pressure of an individual
• Secretes certain hormones like epinephrine and norepinephrine
• It plays a very important rile in stimulating the orgasm in an individual