IV dyes Flashcards
The higher the osmolarity of a ICM, the
Higher the risk of adverse events such as N/V
Which ICM agents are of choice?
Low-Osmolality
What are the 3 osmotic effects?
Transient decrease in RBF & GFR
Osmotically induced diuresis (dehydrating effect)
What are the 3 classifications of ICM reactions?
Idiosyncratic
Non-idiosyncratic
Contrast-induced nephropathy
Idiosyncratic reactions will happen within
20 min of injection
Idiosyncratic reactions can be _______ & _________
Anaphylactoid (not a true hypersensitivity)
Independent of dose administration
When is a Idiosyncratic reaction more likely to occur?
In a previous ICM reaction
Asthma
Food/drug/environmental allergy
What are significant symptoms of an Idiosyncratic reaction?
Hives
N/V
Diaphoresis
Facial & laryngeal edema
Bronchospasm
Pulmonary Edema
Syncope
Seizures
What will occur on the ventilator when a patient is having an allergic reaction?
Peak Airway Pressures will increase
HOTN
Bradycardia
What is the onset of a Non-idiosyncratic reaction?
May be delayed 30 minutes to up to 7 days, with a variety of possible reactions
Non-idiosyncratic reactions resemble
Flu-like symptoms
Caution in the pregnant population with which ICM reaction?
Non-idiosyncratic reaction since it can cross the placenta
May be mutagenic to human cells
Nonionic agents PREFERRED if administered
What is the non-idiosyncratic cardiovascular reaction?
Direct NEGATIVE isotrope
Peripheral vasodilation
HOTN
Lowered threshold for v-arrhythmias
Which fluid should be avoided with ICM?
Hyperosmolar, since it can cause HTN & pulmonary edema
A direct negative isotrope effect can cause
A vasovagal reaction
Precipitation of angina
Risk of syncope
When the threshold for V-arrythmias is lowered, this places the patient at risk for
Cardiac arrest
Non-idiosyncratic reactions can cause this tissues abnormality
Extravasation
Tissue damage/compartment syndrome
Contrast- Induced Nephropathy happens when
Creatinine is elevated >50% of baseline