Ex1 Dex Slides Flashcards
1
Q
MOA
A
Highly selective/specific potent alpha2 adrenergic agonist
2
Q
How does preceded produce sedation?
A
Decreases SNS activity & arousal
3
Q
What is not assured when using precedex?
A
Amnesia
4
Q
Increases likelihood of
A
Hypotension
Severe bradycardia
Hypothermia
5
Q
TIVA dosage
A
Loading dose - 1mcg/kg IV
Maintenance dose - 5-10 mcg/kg/hr IV
6
Q
Sedation dose
A
0.2-0.7 mcg/kg/hour IV
