Glucagon Flashcards
1
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Therapeutic Effects of glucagon
A
Accelerates breakdown of glycogen to glucose in the liver thus increasing blood glucose level
Relaxes smooth muscle of GI tract
2
Q
Indications of glucagon
A
Treatment of hypoglycemia when IV Dextrose is not available
Anaphylaxis
3
Q
Contraindications of glucagon
A
Known hypersensitivity
Pt with pheochromocytoma
4
Q
Side Effects of glucagon
A
N/V
Generalized allergic reactions are urticaria, resp distress, hypotension.
5
Q
Adult Dose of glucagon
A
0.5-1mg IV, SC, or IM if no response in 5-20min may repeat dose 1-2 times
6
Q
Pediatric Dose of glucagon
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Greater than 20kg- 0.5-1mg IV, SC, or IM if no response in 5-20min dose may be repeated 1-2 times
