Adenosine Flashcards
1
Q
Adenosine ; Class
A
Endogenous Nucleotide
2
Q
Adenosine; Mechanism of Action
A
Slows conduction time through Av node; Can interrupt re-entrant pathways; Slows heart rate; Acts directly in sinus pacemaker cells
3
Q
Adenosine; Indications
A
Conversion of PSVT to sinus rhythm; Not effective converting A-Fib / A-Flutter
4
Q
Adenosine; Dosage and Administration
A
Adult; 6mg over 1-3 seconds; if no response after 1-2 minutes, administer 12mg over 1-3 seconds; if no response after 1-2 minutes, administer 12mg over 1-3 seconds. Max adult total dose 30 mg Pediatric dose: 0.1-0.2mg/kg rapid IV; Max single does of 12mg