Adrenaline Flashcards
1
Q
Adrenaline Schedule
A
-
2
Q
Adrenaline Pregnancy category
A
A
3
Q
Adrenaline MoA (3 receptors)
A
Agonist for both alpha and beta adrenergic receptors
Alpha - peripheral vasoconstriction (increase BP)
Beta 2 - bronchodilation
Beta 1 - increase contractility, AV & SA firing rate (increase HR and stoke volume)
4
Q
Adrenaline Uses (6 - ABCCSS)
A
- Anaphylaxis
- Bradycardia (poor perfusion)
- Cardiac arrest (4 options)
- Croup
- Shock
- severe asthma
5
Q
Adrenaline Contraindications (1)
A
Tachycardia
6
Q
Adrenaline Precautions (3 - C.E.M)
A
Elderly/frail people
CV disease
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)
7
Q
Adrenaline Side effects (5 - HHAAP)
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High HR
High BP
Arrythmia
Anxiousness
Pupil dilation
