Ketamine Flashcards
1
Q
MOA
A
anesthetics agent with analgesic properties at lower doses
2
Q
indications
A
- analgesia
- sedation
3
Q
C/I
A
suspected non-traumatic brain injury with severe hypertension ( SBP > 180)
4
Q
adverse effects
A
- HTN
- Tachycardia
- emergence reactions
- respiratory depression
- apnoea
- n + v
5
Q
precaution
A
may exacerbate cardiovascular conditions due to effects on HR and BP
5
Q
presentation
A
200 mg / 2ml