The nurse is preparing to administer isoproterenol (Isuprel)to a patient who is experiencing an acute bronchospasm.The nurse understands that,because isoproterenol is a nonselective beta-adrenergic agonist,the patient will experience which effects?

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Non-selective beta-adrenergic agonists affect both beta₁ and beta₂ receptors,causing both tachycardia and bronchodilation.Alpha receptors are not affected.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Isoproterenol (Isuprel)to a Patient