Adrenaline Flashcards
How does adrenaline work?
.Stimulated by the hypothalamus, it releases noradrenaline into the bloodstream
.Noradrenaline binds to adrenal glands by receptors causing fight and flight reaction in those locatiosn
Indications of adrenaline
Anaphylaxis
Life threatening asthma
Contraindications of adrenaline
None in emergency settinfs
Cautions of adrenaline
Severe hypertension may occur in patients in non cardiovascular selective BETA BLOCKERS
Dosage and route of adrenaline
500mcg initial dose
500mcg repeat dose
Dose interval - 5 mins
Max dose - No limit
Route - IM injection in antero-lateral aspect of the thigh
Effects of adrenaline
Will work within 1 minutes, pt will feel effects very quickly
Side effects of adrenaline
Tachycardia
Tachypnoea
Trembling
Blurred visions
Feeling of nervousness