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Adrenaline Flashcards

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Adrenaline Drug Class

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Sympathomimetic

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Adrenaline Action

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  • Stimulates Alpha and Beta receptors
  • Alpha stimulation causes peripheral vasoconstriction which raises perfusion pressure of vital organs
  • Beta1 stimulation causes increased myocardial excitability, tachycardia, and increased myocardial contractility
  • Beta2 stimulation causes bronchodilation
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Adrenaline Adverse Effects

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  • Tachycardia
  • Dysrhythmias including VF
  • Hypertension
  • Pupillary dilation
  • Anxiety
  • Nausea and Vomiting
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Adrenaline Contraindications

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Nil

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Adrenaline Preparations

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  • 1mg in 1mL (1in1000)

- 1mg in 10mL (1in10000)

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Adrenaline Use

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  • Cardiac Arrest
  • Life threatening asthma
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Newborn Resuscitation
  • Severe croup
  • Bradycardia
  • Cardiogenic shock
  • ROSC
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