ketamine Flashcards
1
Q
Trade name for ketamine
A
Ketalar
2
Q
Classes for ketamine
A
Sedative
Anesthetic
Analgesic
3
Q
Standard supply for ketamine
A
Vial
4
Q
MOA for ketamine
A
Block pain receptors
Produces a dissociative state
Produces anesthesia
5
Q
Indications for ketamine
A
Procedural sedation for rapid sequence intubation
Chemical restraint for agitated (excited) delirium
Pain management
6
Q
Contraindications for ketamine
A
Known hypersensitivity
Not recommended for use with pediatrics
7
Q
Adverse reactions to ketamine
A
Respiratory depression Respiratory arrest Bradycardia Tachycardia Dysrhythmias Hallucinations Nausea Vomiting
8
Q
Routes of administration for ketamine
A
IV
IO
IM
9
Q
Adult dosages for ketamine
A
IV/IO: 1.0-2.0 mg/kg over 1 minute
IM: 2.0-4.0 mg/kg
10
Q
Onset/Peak/Duration for ketamine (IV/IO)
A
O: < 1 minute
P: 15 minutes
D: 15-60 minutes
11
Q
Onset/Peak/Duration for ketamine (IM)
A
O: 3-4 minutes
P: 30-45 minutes
D: 15-60 minutes
