Question

To minimize the frequency of Michael's asthma attacks, the health care provider prescribes theophylline (Elixophyllin) 200 mg. twice a day. The albuterol inhaler is to be taken as needed Nursing interventions include patient history of asthma attacks and physical assessment. 5. When taking the patient's history, what should the nurse include concering asthmatic attacks? 6. What type of drug is Elixophyllin? Why should the nurse ask if Michael smokes?

Answer 1

5, When taking patient history, the nurse should include a positive family history of asthmatic attack, because it is hereditary disease and it can occur from any of the family members who have asthma.
6, Elixophyllin is a methylxanthine, it acts in the airway when a reversible obstruction, muscle relaxant, and bronchodilator. smoking and marijuana will speedup the elixophyllin action process.
7, Elixophyllin side effects include hives, swelling of face, lips and throat and breathing difficulty. adverse effects include increased urination, nervousness, diarrhea, vomiting, and abdomen pain and many drugs with elixophyllin like over the counter medications, herbal products, and vitamins interact with the drug actions.
8, Vitamin C and B reduce the asthma symptoms. Foods with bronchodilator effects like banana, green leafy vegetables, avocados, and nuts can be consumed. Yoga, aerobic exercise, stretching exercise, breathing exercises, avoiding smoking and marijuana can avoid symptoms and decrease the frequency of asthma attacks.