Generic Name
metoprolol
Trade Name
Lopressor
Indication
tachyarrhythmias, HTN, angina, prevention of MI, heart failure management, may be used for migraine
prophylaxis
Action
blocks the stimulation of beta1 receptors in the SNS, does not usually effect on beta2 receptors (cardioselective)
Therapeutic Class
antianginal, antihypertensive
Pharmacologic Class
beta blocker
Nursing Considerations
• monitor hemodynamics
• may lead to bradycardia, pulmonary edema
• use caution with MAOIs
• assess I&Os and monitor for signs of CHF
Cornell Note-Taking System Instructions:
- Record: During the lecture, use the note-taking column to record the lecture using telegraphic sentences.
- Questions: As soon after class as possible, formulate questions based onthe notes in the right-hand column. Writing questions helps to clarifymeanings, reveal relationships, establish continuity, and strengthenmemory. Also, the writing of questions sets up a perfect stage for exam-studying later.
- Recite: Cover the note-taking column with a sheet of paper. Then, looking at the questions or cue-words in the question and cue column only, say aloud, in your own words, the answers to the questions, facts, or ideas indicated by the cue-words.
- Reflect: Reflect on the material by asking yourself questions, for example: “What’s the significance of these facts? What principle are they based on? How can I apply them? How do they fit in with what I already know? What’s beyond them?
- Review: Spend at least ten minutes every week reviewing all your previous notes. If you do, you’ll retain a great deal for current use, as well as, for the exam.
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