Combative Pt Meds Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 meds for acutely psychotic or violent pt.
A
Ativan (Loraxepam)
Versed (Midazolam)
Ketamine (Ketalar)
2
Q
Which med for psychotic or violent pt is water soluble?
A
Versed (Midazolam)
3
Q
What is the advantage to having a water soluble medication?
A
Better absorption, ergo more effective for IM injection.
4
Q
Ativan generic name?
A
Lorazepam
5
Q
Versed generic name?
A
Midazolam
6
Q
Ketamine generic name?
A
Ketalar
7
Q
Ativan dose for psychotic or violent pt?
A
1-2 mg IVP PRN
8
Q
Versed dose psychotic or violent pt?
A
2 mg IVP/IM/IN PRN
9
Q
Ketamine psychotic or violent pt?
A
5 mg/kg IM or 1-2 mg/kg IVP PRN