Ketamine & Midazolam Flashcards
Ketamine
Brand
Ketalar
Ketamine
Class
-sedative
-anesthetic
-analgesic
Ketamine
Supply
Vial
Ketamine
Mechanism of action
-blocks pain receptors
-produces a dissociative state
-produces anesthesia
Ketamine
Indication
-procedural sedation for intubation
Ketamine
Contraindication
-known hypersensitivity
-not recommended for pediatrics
Ketamine
Adverse reactions
-respiratory depression
-respiratory arrest
-bradycardia
-tachycardia
-dysrhythmias
-hallucinations
-nausea, vomiting
Ketamine
Routes
-IV
-IO
-IM
Ketamine
Onset
30 seconds
Ketamine
Adult dose
-IV/IO: 1-2 mg/kg over 1 minute
-IM: 2-4 mg/kg
Ketamine
Special consideration
-duration is 5-10 mins
Midazolam
Brand
Versed
Midazolam
Class
-benzodiazepine
-anticonvulsant
-sedative
-hypnotic
Midazolam
Supply
Vial
Midazolam
Mechanism of action
-produces sedation by acting on limbic system, the thalamus, and hypothalamus
-binds to gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA) benzodiazepine receptors in the brain
-raises seizure threshold
-produces tranquillizing (anti anxiety) effect on CNS