Acetaminophen Flashcards
Tylenol
1
Q
When can EMTs administer Tylenol
A
PO at special events
2
Q
What is the main indication for IV Tylenol?
A
Mild to severe pain
3
Q
What is NOT an indication for Tylenol
a. mild or severe pain
b. headache
c. nausea
e. fever
A
C. Nausea
4
Q
T/F Avoid co-administration of IV Tylenol if the Pt has taken Percocet or over the counter cough medicine
A
True
5
Q
How is IV Tylenol distributed at AMR?
A
1000mg in 100ml
6
Q
What is the generic name for Tylenol?
A
Acetaminophen
7
Q
What are the contradictions for Tylenol?
A
- allergic to Tylenol
- chronic liver disease
- therapeutic dose of Tylenol taken in the last 6 hrs
- more than 3gm taken in the last 24 hrs
8
Q
What is the pediatric dose for tylenol?
A
15 mg/kg PO
9
Q
Tylenol side affects
A
- headache, nausea, and vomiting.
- liver injury
10
Q
IV onset of tylenol pain relief
A
5 mins
11
Q
PO onset of tylenol pain relief
A
20-30 mins
12
Q
How long does effect of Tylenol last for?
A
4 hours
