Adrenaline Flashcards
1
Q
presentation
A
1mg / 1ml
2
Q
pharmacology (alpha)
A
peripheral vasoconstriction
3
Q
pharmacology (beta 1)
A
- increase HR by increasing SA node firing rate
- increases conduction velocity through AV node
- increase myocardial contractility
- increase irritability of ventricles
4
Q
pharmacology (beta 2)
A
bronchodilation
5
Q
pharmacology
A
naturally occurring alpha and beta adrenergic stimulant
6
Q
indications
A
- cardiac arrest
- shock
- bradycardia with poor perfusion
- anaphylaxis
- severe asthma
- croup
7
Q
contraindication
A
hypovolaemic shock without adequate fluid replacement
8
Q
precautions
A
- e/f
- pt with cvd
- pt on MAOIs
- higher dose for pt on beta blockers
9
Q
side effects
A
- sinus tachycardia
- supraventricular arrhythmia
- ventricular arrhythmias
- HTN
pupillary dilation - may increase size of MI
- anxiety/ palpitations
10
Q
IV onset, peak and duration
A
30 seconds
3-5 minutes
5-10 minutes
11
Q
IM onset, peak and duration
A
30-90 seconds
4-10 minutes
5- 10 minutes
