Amphetamine Overdose Flashcards

1
Q

Signs/Symptoms?

A
Pupillary dilation (mydriasis)
Hypertension
Tachycardia
Pallor
Agitation
Hyperexcitabillty 
Talkativeness
Paranoia
Heat-stroke symptoms (PYREXIA)
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2
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Response (Circulation)?

A

IV access
Bloods: FBC, U&E’s, LFT’s, glucose
ECG
Urine Output

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3
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Response (Disability) ?

A

Blood glucose

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4
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Rx for agitation or seizures?

A

BZD’s

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5
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Rx for psychosis?

A

Haloperidol

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6
Q

Rx for HTN?

A

IV diazepam or nitrates

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7
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Rx for hyperpyrexia?

A

cooling methods
chlorpromazine (A/P)
dantrolene (muscle relaxant)

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