Ketamine G6 Flashcards
1
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Ketamine Class
A
• Sedative
• Anesthetic
• Analgesic
2
Q
Ketamine MOA
A
• Blocks pain receptors
• Produces a dissociative state
• Produces anesthesia
3
Q
Ketamine Indications
A
• Procedural sedation for R.S.I
• Chemical restraint for agitated (excited) delirium
• Pain management
4
Q
Ketamine Adult dose
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• IV/IO: 1.0 to 2.0 mg/kg over 1 minute
• IM: 2.0 to 4.0 mg/kg
5
Q
Ketamine Contraindications
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• Known hypersensitivity to the drug
• Not recommended for use with pediatric patients
6
Q
Ketamine Adverse effects
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• Respiratory depression
• Bradycardia
• Tachycardia
• Dysrhythmias
7
Q
Ketamine Pediatric dose
A
Not recommend