Combative Pt Meds Flashcards

1
Q

Name 3 meds for acutely psychotic or violent pt.

A

Ativan (Loraxepam)
Versed (Midazolam)
Ketamine (Ketalar)

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2
Q

Which med for psychotic or violent pt is water soluble?

A

Versed (Midazolam)

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3
Q

What is the advantage to having a water soluble medication?

A

Better absorption, ergo more effective for IM injection.

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4
Q

Ativan generic name?

A

Lorazepam

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5
Q

Versed generic name?

A

Midazolam

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6
Q

Ketamine generic name?

A

Ketalar

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7
Q

Ativan dose for psychotic or violent pt?

A

1-2 mg IVP PRN

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8
Q

Versed dose psychotic or violent pt?

A

2 mg IVP/IM/IN PRN

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9
Q

Ketamine psychotic or violent pt?

A

5 mg/kg IM or 1-2 mg/kg IVP PRN

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