Lignocaine Flashcards
1
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Lignocaine: Introduction
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Reversibly interrupt impulse conduction in peripheral nerves and stabilise excitable cell membranes by blocking sodium channels.
2
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Lignocaine: Indication
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Local anaesthesia for:
IV cannulation
IO infusion
Suturing
Finger thoracostomy in the conscious patient
3
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Lignocaine: Contraindication
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Hypersensitivity
4
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Lignocaine: Considerations
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TCCR
Tinnitus, dizziness, anxiety, confusion, perioral numbness
Cardiovascular effects: Bradycardia, hypotension, dysrhythmias
CNS effects
Respiratory Depression
