A Nursing Student Asks Why Albuterol,which Is Selective for Beta₂

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nursing student asks why albuterol,which is selective for beta₂ receptors,causes an increased heart rate in some patients. How should the nurse respond?

• A) "Adrenergic agonists can lose their selectivity when given at higher doses."
• B) "Bronchodilation lowers blood pressure, which causes a reflex tachycardia."
• C) "Some patients metabolize the drug differently and have unusual side effects."
• D) "Systemic effects are intensified with inhaled doses."

---

Definitions:

Specific Required Conduct

Actions or behavior explicitly demanded or expected from an individual in accordance with certain rules, regulations, or expectations.

Ethics Officer

A professional responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and procedures to ensure ethical behavior within an organization.

FSGO Guidelines

A set of standards provided by the Federal Sentencing Guidelines for Organizations, aimed at deterring misconduct and promoting ethical behavior in businesses.

Duties

Obligations or tasks that an individual is bound to perform, either legally or morally.