Emetics

Question 1

emetics (1)

Answer 1

ipecac syrup

Question 2

ipecac syrup MOA

Answer 2

stimulates CTZ and acts directly on gastric mucosa

Question 3

ipecac syrup risk of abuse for what population

Answer 3

anorexia nervosa Pt’s

Question 4

ipecac syrup indication (4)

Answer 4

ONLY IF:

1. If <60min after ingestion (before the substance leaves the stomach)
2. If no antidote is available (contact Poison Control)
3. If no risk of aspiration
4. If ingested substance is not caustic/erosive to the mucous membrane

Question 5

ipecac syrup Rx or OTC

Answer 5

OTC

Question 6

instead of inducing vomiting, use

Answer 6

activated charcoal w/ or w/o sorbitol which is a sweet osmotic laxative

• may be used with gastric lavage (if toxic ingestion <60min and if indicated)

Question 7

activated charcoal MOA

Answer 7

adsorbent

Question 8

activated charcoal routes (2)

Answer 8

• PO

- NG tube

Question 9

activated charcoal side effects (2)

Answer 9

• constipation

- bowel obstruction