Dystonic Reaction Flashcards
0
Q
Dystonic Reactions present with the following:
A
Facial grimace with poor ability to voluntarily relax tensed facial muscles.
Torticollis or twisted posturing of the neck.
1
Q
Dystonic reactions occur as a reaction to _______
A
phenothiazine or butyrophenone ( Haldol) compound.
2
Q
ALS tx of dystonic reaction
A
IV - TKO
Benadryl 50mg IV (preferred) or IM
3
Q
Dystonic reaction- is it an allergic reaction
A
No
