Class II Antidysrhythmic Drugs (Beta Blockers) UPDATED Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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Class II Antidysrhythmic Drugs
Class II Antidysrhythmic Drugs (Beta
Blockers) UPDATED Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Beta blockers work by blocking the action of which catecholamine(s)?
Select all that apply.
Serotonin
Histamine
Dopamine
Epinephrine
Norepinephrine - Correct Answer- Epinephrine
Beta blockers block...
Class II Antidysrhythmic Drugs (Beta
Blockers) UPDATED Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Beta blockers work by blocking the action of which catecholamine(s)?
Select all that apply.
Serotonin
Histamine
Dopamine
Epinephrine
Norepinephrine - Correct Answer- Epinephrine
Beta blockers block the action of the catecholamine epinephrine. This action decreases heart
rate and blood pressure.
Norepinephrine
Beta blockers block the action of the catecholamine norepinephrine. This action decreases
heart rate and blood pressure.
Which medication is classified as a nonselective beta blocker?
, Atenolol
Acebutolol
Metoprolol
Propranolol - Correct Answer- Propranolol
What percentage of the drug metoprolol IV is excreted in the urine within 24 hours?
10%
25%
50%
85% - Correct Answer- 85%
Metoprolol is metabolized and excreted by the liver. When it is given intravenously, 85% of a
dose of metoprolol is excreted in urine within 24 hours.
What is the half-life of propranolol?
1 to 2 hours
2 to 3 hours
3 to 6 hours
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