Question

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?

Answer 1

Ans) j) Nonselective blockade of all beta-receptors results in a loss of the reflex bronchodilation that occurs with sympathetic stimulation. Use of these drugs is limited in patients who smoke or have allergic or seasonal rhinitis, asthma, or COPD. Common drug examples include propranolol, nebivolol, and timolol.

k) The more common adverse effects of propranolol can include:
- slower heart rate.
- diarrhea.
- dry eyes.
- hair loss.
- nausea.
- weakness or tiredness

l) Propranolol is used to treat tremors, angina (chest pain), hypertension (high blood pressure), heart rhythm disorders, and other heart or circulatory conditions. It is also used to treat or prevent heart attack, and to reduce the severity and frequency of migraine headaches.