NCM 106-Pharmacology

STUDY GUIDE
CHAPTER 13-DRUGS THAT AFFECT THE AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYTEM

A. Compare and contrast the Central and Autonomic Nervous System

B. Autonomic Nervous System
1. Describe the following adrenergic receptors:
a. ALPHA1-action and effects
b. ALPHA2-action and effects
c. BETA1- action and effects
d. BETA2- action and effects
C. Compare and contrast characteristics (action, uses, side effects, precautions/
contraindications, Nursing implications) of the four categories of autonomic nervous
system drugs:
a. Adrenergics
b. Adrenergic blockers
c. Cholinergics
d. Cholinergic blockers
D. Describe the Most common drugs:
a.Dopamine- action, use and effects
b. Dobutamine- action, use and effects
c. Epinephrine-action , use and effects

Reference to use: Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions, 8th Ed.,

Colbert, B and Woodrow R.