I Can't Slow Down
This rhythm beats too fast and has no "P"
What is SVT
What must be at the bedside when pushing a cardiac medication?
A bedside monitor
While this drug class can prevent or inhibit tachyarrhythmias, but it is often used to treat high blood pressure
What is a Beta blocker
What unique packaging does this one drug require that promotes vasodilation?
Nitroglycerin
This will make your fast heart beat stop and restart
What is adenosine
BONUS: What technique is used to effectively convert SVT?
What possible side effects may occur when administering a calcium channel blocker?
bradycardia, worsening cardiac output
Often used for hypertensive emergencies, but can slow down the heart
What is Labetolol
BONUS: How is this drug administered?
What are the clinical indications for Nitrates
ACS, hypertension, chest pain
BONUS: How is this drug adminitered?
This drug can be another name for a lie
Afib
What must we assess when administering metoprolol to our patient?
cardiac rhythm, heart rate and Bp every 15 minutes
This alternative drug may be given for hypertensive crisis without slowing of the heart rate
What is Hydralazine
BONUS: how is this drug administered?
(Slide 20)
What drugs can be used when the heart looks like a saw?
What are metoprolol, diltiazem, Verapamil, Digoxin
This drug slows down conduction by decreasing influx of a calcium into the cells
What is diltiazem
How is Verapamil administered?
IV push over at least 2 minutes (3 in elderly)
BONUS: What is a potential side effect?
What nursing assessments are required when administering drugs to treat hypertension?
What is cardiac monitor, BP and heart rate
What is your primary resource for administration of IV cardiac medications?
The DAG