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Question: For (Epinephrine)Answer: Adrenergic , inotropic
Question: For (Epinephrine)Answer: Binds strongly with both alpha/beta , increases BP/HR, bronchodilation
Question: For (Epinephrine)Answer: Bronchospasm, allergic/anaphylaxis , cardiac arrest
Question: Effects For (Epinephrine)Answer: Anxiety, HA, cardiac arrhythmias, HTN, , tremors, chest pain, n/v
Question: For (Epinephrine)Answer: other than VF/Asystole/PVT, HTN, cerebral vascular dx, shock (other than anaphylactic), closed angle glaucoma, DM, pregnant women in active labor, sensitivity
Question: For (Epinephrine)Answer: Adult Arrest: 1 mg (1:10 000) IV/IO q 3-5 min Ped Arrest: 0.01 mg/kg (1:10 000) IV/IO, repeat q 3- 5 PRN Adult Symptomatic Bradycardia: Adult 2 – 10 mcg/min infusion Ped Bradycardia: 0.01 mg/kg q 3 – 5 min, max dose 1 mg
Question: Name For Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Answer: (Benadryl)
Question: For (Benadryl)Answer:
Question: For (Benadryl)Answer: and blocks H1 histamine receptors
Question: For (Benadryl)Answer: Anaphylactic
Question: Adverse For (Benadryl)Answer: Drowsiness, dizziness, HA, excitable state (children), , thickening of bronchial secretions, chest tightness, palpitations, hypotension, blurred vision, dry mouth, n/v, diarrhea
Question: For (Hydrocortisone)Answer:
Question: Another Name For Sodium SuccinateAnswer: (Cortef, Solu-Cortef)
Question: For (Hydrocortisone)Answer: Reduces inflammation by multiple .
Question: For (Hydrocortisone)Answer: Adrenal insufficiency, allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, , COPD
Question: Effects For (Hydrocortisone)Answer: Leukocytosis, hyperglycemia, increased infection, wound healing, increased rate of death from sepsis
Question: For (Hydrocortisone)Answer: Cushings syndrome, sensitivity to benzyl alcohol. Caution in DM, HTN, CHF, systemic fungal infection, renal disease, idiopathic thrombocytopenia, seizure , GI disease, glaucoma, sensitivity
Question: For (Hydrocortisone)Answer: Shock: 100 – 500 mg IV, IO, IM (Adult)Ped: 2 – 4 mg/kg/day IV, IO, IM (500 mg max)
Question: Name For (Albuterol)Answer: (Proventil, )
Question: For (Albuterol)Answer: Bronchodilator, beta
Question: For (Albuterol)Answer: and stimulates beta 2 receptors (results in bronchial smooth muscle relaxation
Question: For (Albuterol)Answer: , bronchitis with bronchospasm, and COPD
Question: Adverse For (Albuterol)Answer: Hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, palpitations, tachycardia, , tremor, n/v, hypertension, headache, paradoxical bronchospasm
Question: For (Albuterol)Answer: , sensitiviy.
Question: For (Albuterol)Answer: Nebulizer: 2.5 – 5 mg q 20 , max three doses MDI: 4 – 8 puffs every 1 – 4 hrs
Question: Name For (Levalbuterol)Answer: (Xopenex)
Question: For (Levalbuterol)Answer: Beta
Question: For (Levalbuterol)Answer: beta 2 receptors
Question: For (Levalbuterol)Answer: Acute bronchospasm or prophylaxis in asthma patients
Question: Effects For (Levalbuterol)Answer: , hypokalemia, palpitations, tachycardia, anxiety, tremor, n/v, HTN,HA
Question: For (Levalbuterol)Answer: Angioedema, .
Question: For (Levalbuterol)Answer: Nebulizer: 1.25 to 2.5 mg q 20 minutes for 3
Question: Another Name for (Ipratropium )Answer: (Atrovent)
Question: for (Atrovent)Answer: Bronchodilator,
Question: for (Atrovent)Answer: Antagonizes the acetylcholine receptor on bronchial smooth
Question: for (Atrovent)Answer: Asthma, associated with COPD
Question: Effects for (Atrovent)Answer: Paradoxical bronchospasm, cough, HA, dizziness, palpitations
Question: for (Atrovent)Answer: Closed angle glaucoma, bladder neck obstruction, prostatic hypertrophy, sensitivity to , soybeans, or atropine
Question: for (Atrovent)Answer: Nebulizer: 0.5 mg q 6 – 8 hr
Question: Another Name For Answer: (Solu-Medrol)
Question: for (Solu-Medrol)Answer:
Question: for (Solu-Medrol)Answer: Reduces by multiple mechanisms
Question: for (Solu-Medrol)Answer: Anaphylaxis, COPD,
Question: Effects for (Solu-Medrol)Answer: Depression, euphoria, HA, restlessness, HTN, , n/v, swelling, weakness, parasthesias
Question: for (Solu-Medrol)Answer: syndrome, fungal infection, measles, varicella, sensitivity (sulfites)
Question: for (Solu-Medrol)Answer: /COPD: 40 – 80 mg IV (Adult)
Question: Another Name For epinephrineAnswer: (Racepinephrine)
Question: for(Racepinephrine)Answer: , adrenergic agent
Question: for(Racepinephrine)Answer: Stimulates both alpha and beta receptors, causing vasoconstriction, reduced mucosal , bronchodilation
Question: for(Racepinephrine)Answer: Bronchial , croup
Question: Effects for(Racepinephrine)Answer: , dizziness, HA, tremor, palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmias, HTN, n/v
Question: for(Racepinephrine)Answer: Glaucoma, elderly, disease, HTN, thyroid disease, diabetes, sensitivity to sulfites
Question: for(Racepinephrine)Answer: : 11.25 mg in 3 mL nebulizer
Question: Name For (OXYGEN)Answer: (O2)
Question: For(O2)Answer: Gas
Question: For(O2)Answer: cellular metabolism
Question: For(O2)Answer: Hypoxia, cellular energy
Question: For(O2)Answer: Known paraquat
Question: For(O2)Answer: High concentrations may cause depression in COPD patients
Question: For(O2)Answer: 1 – 15
Question: Names For(Acetylsalicylic Acid)Answer: ASPIRIN, Alka-Seltzer, , St Joseph
Question: For (ASPIRIN)Answer: Antiplatelet, antipyretic, non-narcotic
Question: For (ASPIRIN)Answer: Inhibits platelet formation; lowers body temperature; pain
Question: For (ASPIRIN)Answer: Fever, , angina, chest pain indicative of MI
Question: For (ASPIRIN)Answer: Sensitivity, bleeding disorders, GI , hemorrhagic stroke, active ulcer disease, children with chicken pox/flu-like symptoms
Question: For (ASPIRIN)Answer: Anaphylaxis, angioedema, bronchospasm, n/v, stomach
Question: For (ASPIRIN)Answer: 325 mg PO (Four – 81 mg Aspirin”
Question: Names For (NITROGLYCERIN)Answer: Nitrolingual, , Nitro-Dur
Question: For (Nitro)Answer: Nitrate/Antianginal
Question: For (Nitro)Answer: Relaxes vascular smooth muscle, reduces blood pressure, venous return, and workload
Question: For (Nitro)Answer: , hypertension, myocardial ischemia
Question: For (Nitro)Answer: Hypotension, severe bradycardia/tachycardia, increased ICP, patients taking medications for dysfunction (Viagra ®, Levitra ®, Cialis ®)
Question: For (Nitro)Answer: Headache, hypotension, bradycardia, lightheadedness, flushing. NTG is sensitive to light and will potency.
Question: For (Nitro)Answer: SL tablet: 1 tablet (0.4 mg) at 5-minute intervals, max 3 doses. Spray: 1 spray (0.4 mg) at 5 minute , max 3 sprays.
Question: for (MORPHINE SULFATE)Answer: Narcotic Analgesic (Opiate agonist),Schedule
Question: Action for (MORPHINE )Answer: Binds with opioid receptors, reduces of the sympathetic nervous system caused by pain/anxiety. Reduces venous return and myocardial oxygen demand.
Question: Indications for (MORPHINE )Answer: Moderate to severe pain, including chest pain with ACS, CHF, pulmonary edema.
Question: for (MORPHINE SULFATE)Answer: Respiratory depression, , sensitivity
Question: for (MORPHINE SULFATE)Answer: Respiratory , hypotension, n/v, dizziness/lightheadedness, euphoria, worsening of bradycardia/heart block
Question: Dosage for (MORPHINE )Answer: : (MI) 2 – 4 mg IV over 1 – 5 min, q 5 – 15 min (Pain)2.5 – 15 mg IV, 5-20 mg IM/SQ. Ped: 0.05 – 0.2 mg/kg IV/IO 0.1 – 0.2 mg/kg IM/SQ
Question: Classification For (METAPROLOL )Answer: Beta blocker (Beta adrenergic ), antihypertensive, antianginal
Question: Action For (METAPROLOL )Answer: the strength of heart’s contractions & heart rates thereby reducing blood pressure.
Question: Indications For (METAPROLOL )Answer: ACS, hypertension, SVT, A-Flutter/A-Fib,
Question: For (METAPROLOL Lopressor)Answer: Cardiogenic shock, AV block, bradycardia,
Question: For (METAPROLOL Lopressor)Answer: Dizziness, diarrhea, heart block, bradycardia, bronchospasm,
Question: For (METAPROLOL Lopressor)Answer: 5 mg slow IV/IO over 5 min. Repeat 5 min intervals up to a 15 mg.
Question: Name For (Atenolol)Answer: (Tenormin)
Question: For (Tenormin)Answer: Beta adgrenergic antagonist, antianginal, antihypertensive, II antiarrhythmic
Question: For (Tenormin)Answer: Inhibits the of the heart’s contractions and HR
Question: For (Tenormin)Answer: ACS, , SVT, Atrial Flutter/Fibrillation
Question: Effects For (Tenormin)Answer: Bradycardia, bronchospasm,
Question: For (Tenormin)Answer: shock, AV block, bradycardia, sensitivity
Question: For (Tenormin)Answer: ACS, Adult: 5 mg IV/IO over 5 min, in 5 min
Question: Class For (Atropine )Answer: , antimuscarinic
Question: For (Atropine Sulfate)Answer: Competes reversibly with at the site of the muscarinic receptor
Question: For (Atropine Sulfate)Answer: Symptomatic bradycardia, asystole,
Question: Adverse Effects For (Atropine )Answer: Decreased secretions resulting in dry mouth and hot skin temperature, intesnse flushing, blurred vision/dilation of pupils, tachycardia, restlessness.
Question: Contraindications For (Atropine )Answer: MI, myasthenia gravis, GI obstruction, closed angle glaucoma, sensitivity
Question: Dosage For (Atropine )Answer: Symptomatic Bradycardia : 0.5 mg IV q 3-5 min, max 3 mg Adolescent: 0.02 mg/kg, (minimum 0.1 mg/dose, max 1 mg/dose) max dose 2 mg Pediatric: 0.02 mg/kg, (min 0.1 mg/kg, max 0.5 mg/dose), max of 1 mg . Asystole/PEA 1 mg IV/IO q 3-5 min, max 3 mg
Question: Name For (Dopamine)Answer: (Inotropin)
Question: For (Dopamine)Answer: Adrenergic agonist, inotropic,
Question: For (Dopamine)Answer: Stimulates alpha and beta adrenergic
Question: For (Dopamine)Answer: Hypotension and decreased CO associated with cardiogenic and septic shock, symptomatic unresponsive to atropine, hypotension after return of spontaneous circulation following arrest
Question: Effects For (Dopamine)Answer: Tachycardia, arrhythmias, skin/soft tissue necrosis, severe hypertension, , dyspnea, headache, n/v
Question: For (Dopamine)Answer: Pheochromocytoma, VF/VT or other ventricular arrhythmias,
Question: For (Dopamine)Answer: 2-20 mcg/kg/min titrate to
Question: Name For (Adenosine)Answer: (Adenocard)
Question: For (Adenosine)Answer:
Question: For (Adenosine)Answer: Slows conduction of impulses at AV node
Question: For (Adenosine)Answer: Stable SVT
Question: Effects For (Adenosine)Answer: Sense of impeding doom, flushing, chest pressure, throat tightness,
Question: For (Adenosine)Answer: Sick sinus syndrome, 2nd /3rd degree heart , poison/drug induced tachycardia
Question: For (Adenosine)Answer: Adult, initial dose of 6 mg rapid IVP, repeat if needed with 12 mg rapid IV/IO, repeat 3 rd dose of 12 mg IVP. Follow each administration with 20 mL saline flush. (6mg, 12 mg, 12 mg)
Question: Name For (Amiodarone)Answer: (Cordarone)
Question: For (Amiodarone)Answer: Antiarrythmic, III
Question: For (Amiodarone)Answer: Delays repolarization and increase the duration of the potential
Question: For (Amiodarone)Answer: Ventricular arrhythmias, second-line agent for atrial
Question: Effects For (Amiodarone)Answer: Burning at the IV site, hypotension,
Question: For (Amiodarone)Answer: Sick sinus syndrome, 2nd/3rd degree heart block, cardiogenic
Question: For (Amiodarone)Answer: VF/VT: 300 mg IV/IO, repeat if needed with150 mg in 3-5 min Stable Tachycardia: 150 mg in 100 mL D5W IV/IO over 10 min, may repeat in 10 min up to max 2.2 g over 24 hrs.
Question: Name For (Lidocaine)Answer: (Xylocaine)
Question: For (Lidocaine)Answer: , Class IB
Question: For (Lidocaine)Answer: blocks sodium channels, increases the period after repolarization, suppresses automaticity in the ventricles
Question: For (Lidocaine)Answer: VF/VT
Question: Effects For (Lidocaine)Answer: , seizures, cardiac arrhythmias, hypotension, cardiac arrest, injection site pain
Question: For (Lidocaine)Answer: AV , bleeding, thrombocytopenia, sensitivy
Question: For (Lidocaine)Answer: PVT/VF: 1 – 1.5 mg/kg IV/IO, may with half the original dose 0.5 – 0.75 mg/kg every 5 – 10 min, max 3 mg/kg Perfusing Ventricular Rhythms: 0.5 to 0.75 mg/kg IO/IV, max 3 mg/kg
Question: For (Vasopressin)Answer: vasoconstrictor
Question: For (Vasopressin)Answer: vasoconstriction independent of adrenergic
Question: For (Vasopressin)Answer: Refractory VF, VT, Asystole, PEA, vasodilation/shock
Question: Effects For (Vasopressin)Answer: Cardiac ischemia,
Question: For (Vasopressin)Answer: responsive pts with disease
Question: For (Vasopressin)Answer: 40 U dose IV/IO
Question: Name For (Furosemide)Answer: (Lasix)
Question: For (Lasix)Answer: Loop
Question: For (Lasix)Answer: Inhibits the absorption of the sodium and ions and water in theloop of Henle
Question: For (Lasix)Answer: Pulmonary Edema, CHF, hypertensive
Question: Effects For (Lasix)Answer: Vertigo, dizziness, weakness, orthostatic hypotension, hypokalemia,
Question: For (Lasix)Answer: to sulfonamides/furosemid
Question: For (Lasix)Answer: Adult: 40 mg IV/IO of a 1 – 2 min period
Question: Name For (Digoxin)Answer: (Lanoxin)
Question: For (Digoxin)Answer: glycoside
Question: For (Digoxin)Answer: inhibits sodium-potassium-adenosine triphosphatase pump, resulting in an increase in calcium inside the heart muscle cell, therefore increases the force of contraction
Question: For (Digoxin)Answer: CHF, control ventricular rate in chronic AFib/Flutter, complex SVT
Question: Effects For (Digoxin)Answer: Headache, , GI disturbances, arrhythmias, n/v, diarrhea, vision disturbances
Question: For (Digoxin)Answer: Digitalis allergy, VT/VF, heart block, sick sinus syndrome, tachycardia without heart failure, pulse less than 50, MI, heart disease
Question: Dose For (Digoxin)Answer: Varies by
Question: For (Magnesium SulfateAnswer: , tocolytic, mineral
Question: Action For (Magnesium )Answer: Naturally occurring mineral. Controls seizures by blocking peripheral transmission. Cofactor in neurochemical transmission and muscular excitability.
Question: Indications For (Magnesium )Answer: Torsades de pointes, cardiac arrhythmias associated with , preeclampsia/eclampsia, status asthmaticus
Question: Adverse Effects For (Magnesium )Answer: Magnesium toxicity (s/s: flusing, diaphoresis, hypotension, muscle paralysis, , hypothermia, cardiac, CNS, or respiratory depression)
Question: For (Magnesium Sulfate)Answer: AV , GI obstruction
Question: Dosage For (Magnesium )Answer: Torsades: 1 – 2 g IV/IO infused over 5 – 10 minutes: Eclampsia/Preeclampsia: 4 – 6 g IV/IO over 20 – 30 minutes, followed by infusion of 1 – 2 g/hr
Question: Name For (Diazepam)Answer: (Valium)
Question: For (Valium)Answer: (Schedule C-IV)
Question: For (Valium)Answer: Binds to the benzodiazepine receptor and enhances GABA effects. produces any level of CNS (sedation, skeletal muscle relaxant, anticonvulsant)
Question: For (Valium)Answer: Anxiety, skeletal, alcohol withdrawal,
Question: Effects For (Valium)Answer: Respiratory depression, drowsiness, fatigue, headache, injection site pain, , nausea, hypotension, oversedation
Question: For (Valium)Answer: -angle glaucoma, CNS depression, alcohol intoxication, sensitivity
Question: For (Valium)Answer: : 2 – 10 mg slow IV/IM Seizure: 5 – 10 mg slow IV/IO q 10-15 min, max 30 mg (Adult)
Question: Class for (Activated )Answer: Antidote,
Question: for (Activated Charcoal)Answer: chemical/toxins will attach to the surface of the charcoal and becomes trapped, reducing absorption into the body.
Question: for (Activated Charcoal)Answer: Toxic
Question: Adverse for (Activated Charcoal)Answer: n/v, constipation, diarrhea. Aspiration into can induce potentially fatal form of pneumonitis
Question: Contraindications for (Activated )Answer: Ingestion of , alkalis, ethanol, methanol, cyanide, ferrous sulfate or other iron salts, lithium; coma; GI obstruction
Question: for (Activated Charcoal)Answer: : 50 – 100 g/dose Ped: 1 – 2 g/kg
Question: Class for (Sodium )Answer: Electrolyte
Question: for (Sodium Bicarbonate)Answer: existing acidosis
Question: for (Sodium Bicarbonate)Answer: Acidosis, drug
Question: Effects for (Sodium Bicarbonate)Answer: Metabolic alkalosis, hypernatremia, injection site reaction, sodium and retention, peripheral edema
Question: Contraindications for (Sodium )Answer: alkalosis
Question: Dosage for (Sodium )Answer: Metabolic Acidosis during cardiac arrest: 1 mEq/kg slow IV, IO; may repeat at 0.5 mEq/kg in 10 . Metabolic Acidosis not associated with cardiac arrest: Dosage should be individualized
Question: Name For (Naloxone)Answer: (Narcan)
Question: For (Narcan)Answer: antagonist
Question: For (Narcan)Answer: the opioid receptor and blocks the effect of narcotics
Question: For (Narcan)Answer: Narcotic overdoses, reversal of narcotics used for -related anesthesia
Question: Effects For (Narcan)Answer: n/v, restlessness, diaphoresis, , HTN, tremulousness, seizures, cardiac arrest, narcotic withdrawal. Beware combativeness
Question: For (Narcan)Answer: Sensitivity to naloxone, nalmefene, or .
Question: For (Narcan)Answer: Adult: 0.4 mg – 2mg IV, IO, ET, IM, SQ, (2 mg ) Ped (less than 20 kg): 0.1 mg/kg IV, IO, ET, IM, SQ
Question: Another name for (Fentanyl )Answer: (Sublimaze)
Question: for (Fentanyl)Answer: Narcotic analgesic; II
Question: for (Fentanyl)Answer: Binds to opiate , producing analgesia and euphoria
Question: for (Fentanyl)Answer:
Question: Effects for (Fentanyl)Answer: Resp depression, , hypotension, n/v, dizziness, sedation, euphoria, sinus bradycardia, sinus tachycardia, palpitations, hypertension, diaphoresis, syncope, pain at injection side
Question: for (Fentanyl)Answer: . Caustion with TBI, resp depression
Question: for (Fentanyl)Answer: Adult: 50 – 100 mcg/dose IM, Slow IV, IO (administer over 1 - 2 minutes) Ped: 1 – 2 mcg/kg IM, slow IV, IO (over 1 – 2 )
Question: name for (Meperidine)Answer: (Demerol)
Question: for (Demerol)Answer: analgesic, Schedule II
Question: for (Demerol)Answer: to opiate receptors, producing analgesia and euphoria
Question: for (Demerol)Answer: Moderate to severe
Question: Effects for (Demerol)Answer: Resp depression, n/v, , HTN, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, diaphoresis, syncope, shock, cardiac arrest
Question: for (Demerol)Answer: MAOI in past two weeks, pts using CNS depressants or alcohol, sensitivity.
Question: for (Demerol)Answer: Adult: 50 – 150 mg, IV, IO, IM, SQ (Elderly 50 mg) Ped: 1 – 2 mg/kg IV, IO, IM,
Question: Name For (Propofol)Answer: (Diprivan)
Question: for (Propofol)Answer: Anesthetic
Question: for (Propofol)Answer: rapid and brief state of general anesthesia
Question: for (Propofol)Answer: induction
Question: Effects for (Propofol)Answer: Apnea, cardiac arrhythmias, asystole, , HTN, pain at injection site
Question: for (Propofol)Answer: Hypovolemia, sensitivity (including oil, eggs)
Question: for (Propofol)Answer: 1.5 – 3 mg/kg IV,
Question: Name for (Midazolam)Answer: (Versed)
Question: for (Versed)Answer: Benzodiazepine, IV
Question: for (Versed)Answer: Binds to benzodiazepine receptor and the effect s of GABA.
Question: for (Versed)Answer: Sedation, anxiety, skeletal relaxant
Question: Adverse for (Versed)Answer: Respiratory depression, respiratory arrest, hypotension, n/v, HA, , cardiac arrest
Question: for (Versed)Answer: -angle glaucoma, pregnant women, sensitivity
Question: for (Versed)Answer: Healthy Adult less than 60: 1 – 2.5 mg over 2 minutes Max 5
Question: name for (Lorazepam)Answer: (Ativan)
Question: for (Ativan)Answer: Benzodiazepine, Schedule
Question: for (Ativan)Answer: to benzodiazepine receptor and enhances the effects of GABA.
Question: for (Ativan)Answer: Preprocedure sedation induction, , status epilepticus
Question: Effects for (Ativan)Answer: HA, drowsiness, ataxia, dizziness, amnesia, depression, dysarthria, euphoria, syncope, fatigue, tremor, vertigo, resp , paradoxical CNS stimulation
Question: for (Ativan)Answer: Sensitivity to benzodiazepines, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, benzyl alcohol; COPD, sleep apnea, shock, coma, acute closed glaucoma
Question: for (Ativan)Answer: : 2 mg IV, IO (Sedation) 4 mg slow IV, IO (Seizures)
Question: name for (Haloperidol)Answer: (Haldol)
Question: for (Haldol)Answer: agent
Question: for (Haldol)Answer: Selectively blocks postsynaptic receptors
Question: for (Haldol)Answer: Psychotic , agitation
Question: Adverse for (Haldol)Answer: Extrapyramidal symptoms, drowsiness, tardive dyskinesia, hypotension, HTN, VT, tachycardia, QT prolongation, torsades de pointes
Question: for (Haldol)Answer: Depressed status, Parkinson’s disease
Question: for (Haldol)Answer: 5 mg IM, may repeat 15 minutes, max 20 mg Not recommended for pediatric patients
Question: Class for (Dextrose)(Dextrose 50%, 25%, Dextrose 10%)Answer: Antihypoglycemic
Question: for (Dextrose)Answer: Increases blood glucose
Question: for (Dextrose)Answer:
Question: Effects for (Dextrose)Answer: Hyperglycemia, warmth, burning from IV infusion. of IV site during administration may cause tissue necrosis.
Question: for (Dextrose)Answer: Intracranial and intraspinal hemorrhage, delirium tremens, solution is not , seals not intact
Question: for (Dextrose)Answer: Hyperkalemia Adult: 25 g dextrose 50% Ped: 0.5 – 1 g/kg IV, IO Hypoglycemia Adult: 10 – 25 g of dextrose 50% Ped (older than 2): 1 g/kg 50% Ped (less than 2): 1 – 2 g/kg dextrose 10%
Question: for (Glucagon)Answer: Hormone
Question: for (Glucagon)Answer: Converts to glucose
Question: for (Glucagon)Answer: Hypoglycemia, beta blocker
Question: Effects for (Glucagon)Answer: n/v, rebound , hypotension, sinus tachycardia
Question: for (Glucagon)Answer: , insulinoma, sensitivity
Question: for (Glucagon)Answer: Hypoglycemia Adult: 1 mg IM, IV, IO, SQ Ped (<20 kg): 0.5 mg IM, IV, IO, SQ Beta overdose Adult: 2 – 5 mg Ped (less than 20 kg): 0.5 mg
Question: for (Thiamine)Answer: Vitamin B1
Question: for (Thiamine)Answer: Thiamine combines with adenosine triphosphate to produce thiamine diphosphat, acts as a coenzyme in carbohydrate metabolism
Question: for (Thiamine)Answer: -Korsakoff syndrome, beriberi, nutritional supplementation
Question: Effects for (Thiamine)Answer: , rash, pain at injection site
Question: for (Thiamine)Answer:
Question: for (Thiamine)Answer: Adult: 100 mg IV, IO Ped: not
Question: for (Insulin)Answer: Hormone
Question: for (Insulin)Answer: Binds to a receptor on the cell membrane and facilitates the of glucose into cells
Question: for (Insulin)Answer: Hyperglycemia, IDDM,
Question: Effects for (Insulin)Answer: Hypoglycemia, tachycardia, palpitations, diaphoresis, anxiety, , blurred vision, weakness, depression, seizures, coma, insulin shock, hypokalemia
Question: for (Insulin)Answer: , sensitivity
Question: for (Insulin)Answer: Diabetic Ketoacidosis Adult: 0.1 U/kg IV, IO Infusion 0.05 – 0.1 U/kg/hr IV, IO Hyperkalemia Adult: 10 U IV, IO insulin, coadministered with 50 mL of D50 Ped: 0.1 u/kg regular insulin
Question: name for (Phenytoin)Answer: (Dilantin)
Question: for (Dilantin)Answer:
Question: for (Dilantin)Answer: seizures by affecting the movement of sodium and calcium into neural tissue
Question: for (Dilantin)Answer: Generalized Clonic Seizures
Question: Effects for (Dilantin)Answer: n/v, depression of cardiac conduction, sedation, nystagmus, , ataxia, dysarthria, gingival hypertrophy, hirsutism, facial coarsening, hypotension
Question: for (Dilantin)Answer: Sinus bradycardia, SA block, 2nd and 3rd degree heart , Adams-Stokes syndrome, sensitivity to hydantoins
Question: for (Dilantin)Answer:
Question: name for (Succinylcholine)Answer: (Anectine)
Question: for (Anectine)Answer: Neuromuscular , depolarizing
Question: for (Anectine)Answer: Competes with the acetycholine of the motor end plate on the muscle cell, resulting in muscle paralysis
Question: for (Anectine)Answer: To neuromuscular blockade for the facilitation of ET intubation
Question: Effects for (Anectine)Answer: Anaphylactoid reactions, respiratory depression, apnea, bronchospasm, cardiac arrhythmias, malignant hyperthermia, HTN, hypotension, fasciculation, postprocedure muscle pain, hypersalivation, rash
Question: for (Anectine)Answer: Malignant hyperthermia, significant burns greater than 24 hrs, .
Question: for (Anectine)Answer: 1 – 1.5 mg/kg
Question: Name For (Vecuronium)Answer: (Norcuron)
Question: for (Norcuron)Answer: Neuromuscular , nondepolarizing
Question: for (Norcuron)Answer: Antagonizes acetylchonline at the motor end plate, producing skeletal muscle
Question: for (Norcuron)Answer: To induce neuromuscular blockade for the facilitation of ET
Question: Effects for (Norcuron)Answer: paralysis, apnea, dyspnea, resp depression, sinus tachycardia, urticaria
Question: for (Norcuron)Answer: sensitivity to bromides.
Question: for (Norcuron)Answer: 0.08 to 0.1 mg/kg IV,
Question: name for (Etomidate)Answer: (Amidate)
Question: for (Amidate)Answer: Hypnotic, anesthesia
Question: for (Amidate)Answer: Exact mechanism is unknown, have GABA-like
Question: for (Amidate)Answer: for rapid sequence intubation and pharmacologic-assisted intubation, induction of anesthesia
Question: Effects for (Amidate)Answer: Hypotension, resp depression, temporary involuntary muscle movements, n/v, insufficiency, hyperventilation, hypoventilation, apnea, hiccups, laryngospasm, snoring, tachypnea, HTN, cardiac arrhythmias
Question: for (Amidate)Answer: Sensitivity. Use in pregnancy only if the potential justify the potential risk to the fetus.
Question: for (Amidate)Answer: 0.2 – 0.6 mg/kg slow IV, IO.
Question: name for (Dobutamine)Answer: (Dobutrex)
Question: for (Dobutrex)Answer: agent
Question: for (Dobutrex)Answer: Acts primarily as an agonist at beta 1 receptors with minor beta 2 and alpha 1 effects. Increases myocardial contractility and stroke volume with minor chronotropic effects, resulting in increased cardiac output.
Question: for (Dobutrex)Answer: CHF, shock
Question: Adverse for (Dobutrex)Answer: Tachycardia, PVCs, HTN, , palpitations, arrhythmias
Question: for (Dobutrex)Answer: Suspecteed or known /drug-induced shock, systolic pressure less than 100 with signs of shock, idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis, sensitivity (including sulfites)
Question: for (Dobutrex)Answer: 2 – 20 mcg/kg/min IV, IO.
Question: name for (Norepinephrine)Answer: (Levophed)
Question: for (Levophed)Answer: agonist, inotropic, vasopressor
Question: for (Levophed)Answer: Alpha 1, Alpha 2, and beta 1 , causes vasoconstriction, increased heart rate and dilates coronary arteries
Question: for (Levophed)Answer: Cardiogenic shock,septic , severe hypotension
Question: Effects for (Levophed)Answer: Dizziness, , cardiac arrhythmias, dyspnea, exacerbation of asthma
Question: for (Levophed)Answer: Patients taking , sensitivity
Question: for (Levophed)Answer:
 
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