Exam 5 Emergency Kit Level 2 drugs Flashcards
What respiratory stimulant?
aromatic ammonia
Aromatic ammonia used for?
fainting
What histamine blocker?
diphenhydramine (oral)
Histamine blocker used for?
mild allergic reactions
angioedema
What analgesic?
morphine sulfate
Morphine sulfate used for?
pain/anxiety with MI
What anticonvulsant?
diazepam (Valium)
diazepam (Valium) used for?
status epilepticus (recurrent seizures)
What anti-hypertensive?
esmolol, labetalol
What is esmolol/labetalol used for?
anti-anginal
tachycardia
hypertension
What anti-hypoglycemic?
glucagon HCl (50% dextrose)
Glucagon HCl used for?
severe hypoglycemic reactions
What glucocorticoid (anti-inflammatory)?
hydrocortisone sodium succinate (solu-Cortef)
Hydrocortisone sodium succinate used for?
adrenocortical insufficiency
shock
severe/incapacitating allergic conditions not able to treat for asthma or allergic reactions
What vasoconstrictor?
methoxamine (Vasoxyl)