Adrenaline

Question 1

Adrenaline Overview

Answer 1

A naturally occurring sympathomimetic agent
Causes peripheral vasoconstriction
Stimulation of cardiac conduction system causes increased contractions
Causes bronchodilation and dilation of blood vessels in muscles

Question 2

5 Adrenaline Indications

Answer 2

Anaphylaxis
Life-threatening asthma
Severe croup
Cardiac Arrest
Post ROSC

Question 3

Adrenaline Contras

Answer 3

There are no absolute contraindications for adrenaline

Question 4

Adrenaline Presentation

Answer 4

1mg in 1ml (1:1000)

Question 5

Adrenaline Precautions / Notes

Answer 5

• Ischaemic Heart Disease
• Hypertension
• Hypovolaemia
• Do not walk patient pre or post IM adrenaline administration in anaphylaxis - usually a minimum of 1 hour after 1 dose of Adrenaline and 4 hours if more than 1 dose of Adrenaline given
• If given IV into a peripheral vein, follow each dose with a sodium chloride flush

Question 6

Adrenaline Special Considerations (Side Effects)

Answer 6

Tachyarrhythmias, Palpitations
Hypertension
Pupil dilation
Tremor
Anxiety