Emetics Flashcards
1
Q
what percentage of gut contents can be removed by emesis
A
80%
2
Q
vomiting has to be educed within how many hours of toxin ingestion to be effective
A
2-4 hours
3
Q
not all _______ is bad
A
vomiting - protective reflex
4
Q
where do centrally acting emetics work
A
at the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CRTZ)
5
Q
where do locally acting emetics work
A
by irritating the gastric mucosa
6
Q
what emetic is often administered topically in the conjunctival sac
A
apomorphine
7
Q
apomorphine is the emetic of choice in _____ but do not use in _____
A
dogs
cats
8
Q
emetic of choice for cats
A
xylazine
9
Q
what emetic can be cardiotoxic in high doses and is not recommended
A
ipecac
10
Q
what emetic can cause salt poisoning
A
salt water
11
Q
what is the dosage of 3% hydrogen peroxide as an emetic
A
1 ml/1 lb
