etomidate Flashcards
1
Q
Trade name for etomidate
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Amidate
2
Q
Classes for etomidate
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Anesthesia induction agent
Hypnotic
Sedative
3
Q
MOA of etomidate
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Depression of CNS
Produces anesthesia
4
Q
Indication for etomidate
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Procedural sedation for RSI
5
Q
Contraindication for etomidate
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Known hypersensitivity to the drug
6
Q
Adverse reactions to etomidate
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Respiratory depression Respiratory arrest Laryngospasm Hypotension / hypertension Bradycardia / tachycardia Involuntary muscle movement Nausea / vomiting
7
Q
Routes of administration for etomidate
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IV
IO
8
Q
Onset/Peak/Duration for etomidate
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O: 10-20 seconds
P: < 1 minute
D: 3-5 minutes
9
Q
Adult dosages for etomidate
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0.2-0.6 mg/kg over 30-60 seconds
10
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Pediatric dosages for etomidate
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Older than 10 years: 0.2-0.4 mg/kg over 30-60 seconds
- Maximum dosage of 20 mg
11
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Standard supplies for etomidate
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Prefilled syringe
Vial
