Amphetamine Overdose Flashcards
1
Q
Signs/Symptoms?
A
Pupillary dilation (mydriasis) Hypertension Tachycardia Pallor Agitation Hyperexcitabillty Talkativeness Paranoia Heat-stroke symptoms (PYREXIA)
2
Q
Response (Circulation)?
A
IV access
Bloods: FBC, U&E’s, LFT’s, glucose
ECG
Urine Output
3
Q
Response (Disability) ?
A
Blood glucose
4
Q
Rx for agitation or seizures?
A
BZD’s
5
Q
Rx for psychosis?
A
Haloperidol
6
Q
Rx for HTN?
A
IV diazepam or nitrates
7
Q
Rx for hyperpyrexia?
A
cooling methods
chlorpromazine (A/P)
dantrolene (muscle relaxant)