Fentanyl Citrate (Sublimaze) ACS Medication, Analgesic/Sedation

Question 1

Classification:

Answer 1

• Narcotic analgesic
• Schedule C-II

Question 2

Action:

Answer 2

• Binds to opiate receptors, producing analgesia and euphoria

Question 3

Indications:

Answer 3

• Pain

Question 4

Adverse Effects:

Answer 4

• Respiratory depression
• Apnea
• Hypotension
• Nausea/vomiting
• Dizziness
• Sedation
• Euphoria
• Sinus bradycardia
• Sinus tachycardia
• Palpitations
• HTN
• Diaphoresis
• Syncope
• Pain at the injection site

Question 5

Contraindications:

Answer 5

• Known sensitivity
• Use w/ caution in traumatic brain injury, respiratory depression

Question 6

Dosage (Adult):

Answer 6

• 50 to 100 mcg/dose (0.05-0.1 mg) IM or slow IV, IO (Administered over 1-2 mins)

Question 7

Dosage (Pediatric):

Answer 7

• 1 to 2 mcg/kg IM or slow IV, IO (Administered over 1-2 mins