Fentanyl (sublimaze) Flashcards
1
Q
Fentanyl classification
A
Narcotic analgesic
2
Q
Fentanyl action
A
Analgesic, sedative
3
Q
Fentanyl onset and duration
A
- IV 1 min, IM 7-8 min
2. IV 30-60 min, IM 1-2 hrs
4
Q
Fentanyl Indication
A
- Severe pain
2. Acute low back pain
5
Q
Fentanyl contraindication
A
- Head trauma w/ ICP
- ALOC
- Sever liver or renal disease
6
Q
Fentanyl precautions
A
- Bradycardia
2. Respiratory depression
7
Q
Fentanyl Dosage and administration
A
- Adults:
a. Trauma: 50mcg IV/IO or 50-100mcg IN, every 5-10 min to max dose of 200mcg if BP>100
b. Cardiac: 25mcg IV/IO or 50mcg IN every 2-3 min to max dose 100mcg if BP>100 - Pediatrics:
1-2mcg/kg IV/IO/IN/IM
8
Q
Fentanyl Adverse Reaction
A
Hypotension, bradycardia, CNS depression, Respiratory depression, chest wall rigidity, N/V,
9
Q
Fentanyl Reference in Protocol
A
Trauma
Cardiac
