Discussion 1 Questions Flashcards
Do we want to administer crystalloids or colloids
crystalloids
how can we ensure that all patients experieicing shock receive adequate oxygenation to maintain PaO2?
supplemental O2
what is an alternative to hemoglobin or blood transfusion
EPO
ECMO
perflurococarbon emulsions (PFCs)
human polymerized hemoglobin (Polyheme)
what potentail problems can ketamine cause as an induction agent
increased HR and BP
use cautiously in cardiovascular disease
when is ketamine a beneficial induction agent
hypotensive patients
asthmatics as it has bronchodilator properties
can etomidate be used in hemodynamically unstable patients
yes it is cardiovascular friendly
when is etomidate not given
septic patients can cause adrenal supproession
what needs to be checked if etomidate is given to septic patients
cortisol level
what is the peak and durration of succinylcholie
peak 45 s
duration 8 minutes
what patients should succinycholine be avoided in
hyperkalemic –> risk of hyperthermia
what patient is succinylcholine ideal for
difficult airway since it has a short half life
what is the peak and duration of rocuronium
peak 60s duration 30-45 mins
what is the reversal agent for rocuronium
sgammadex
