A COPD patient asks the nurse what medications are prescribed to help his breathing
The nurse, looking at the list of medications, will educate the patient about which of the following medications to help his COPD in the long term? Select all that apply.
A)
Salmeterol (Serevent), a bronchodilator
B)
Tiotropium (Spiriva), anticholinergic
C)
Alprazolam (Xanax), a benzodiazepine
D)
Sildenafil (Viagra), a vasodilator
E)
Ketorolac (Toradol), an NSAID
Ans:
A, B
Feedback:
Pharmacologic treatment of COPD includes the use of bronchodilators (Serevent) and anticholinergic drugs (Tiotropium). Benzodiazepines are used for anxiety, and sildenafil is a vasodilator commonly prescribed not only for erectile dysfunction but also for patients with pulmonary hypertension. Toradol (ketorolac) is an NSAID for pain and inflammation.
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