Internship Flashcards
1
Q
What is a weak opioid used for mild/moderate pain?
A
Tramadol
2
Q
How is ketamine used in pain management?
A
It increases the sensitivity to opioids
3
Q
What are some side effects of opioids?
A
Constipation
N/V
Respiratory depression
Urinary retention
Itch
Confusion/Delirium
4
Q
When is tramadol contraindicated?
A
Geriatic patients
Epileptic patients
5
Q
In which patients is morphine contradicated?
A
Renal and hepatic failure
6
Q
What is the ratio of bioavailability of oral oxycodone to IV morphine?
A
2/3
