Glucagon Anaphylaxis, Endocrine, Toxicologic Medications

Question 1

Classification:

Answer 1

• Hormone

Question 2

Action:

Answer 2

• Converts glycogen to glucose

Question 3

Indications:

Answer 3

• Hypoglycemia
• Beta blocker overdose

Question 4

Adverse Effects:

Answer 4

• Nausea/vomiting
• Rebound hyperglycemia
• Hypotension
• Sinus tachycardia

Question 5

Contraindications:

Answer 5

• Pheochromocytoma
• Insulinoma
• Known sensitivity

Question 6

Dosage (Adult)
Hypoglycemia:

Answer 6

• 1 mg IV, IO, IM, Subcutaneous

Question 7

Dosage (Pediatric greater than 44 pounds)
Hypoglycemia:

Answer 7

• 0.5 mg IM, IV, IO, subcutaneous

Question 8

Dosage (Adult)
Beta Blocker Overdose:

Answer 8

• 3 to 10 mg IV, IO over 1 min period, followed by second dose of 10 mg IV
• IV infusion 3-5 mg/hr if symptoms of bradycardia and hypotension recur

Question 9

Dosage (Pediatric)
Beta Blocker Overdose:

Answer 9

• Pts weighing greater than 44 pounds, dose is 0.5 mg