Etomidate G6

Question 1

Etomidate Class

Answer 1

• Anesthesia induction agent
• Hypnotic
• Sedative

Question 2

Etomidate MOA

Answer 2

• Produces depression of the central nervous system
• Produces anesthesia

Question 3

Etomidate Indications

Answer 3

• Procedural sedation for R.S.I

Question 4

Etomidate Adult dose

Answer 4

• 0.2 to 0.6 mg/kg (usually 20 mg) over 30 to 60 seconds

Question 5

Etomidate Contraindications

Answer 5

• Known hypersensitivity to the drug

Question 6

Etomidate Adverse effects

Answer 6

• Respiratory depression
• Respiratory arrest
• Laryngospasm
• Hypotension
• Hypertension

Question 7

Etomidate Pediatric dose

Answer 7

• Older than 10 years:
0.2 to 0.4 mg/kg over 30 to 60 seconds maximum dosage 20 mg