Medical

Question 1

When is ondansetron indicated?

Answer 1

1. Undifferentiated N&V
2. Vestibular nausea (potential motion sickness, planned aeromedical evac, vertigo) if pt is <21
3. Prophylaxis for awake spinally immobilised patients and eye trauma

Question 2

When is stemetil indicated for N&V?

Answer 2

1. Vestibular nausea (potential for motion sickness, planned aeromedical evac, vertigo)
2. Contraindication to ondansetron if >/=21

Question 3

What fluids can be given for dehydration?

Answer 3

Less than adequate perfusion: N/saline up to 40ml/kg, consult unavailable further 20ml/kg

Adequate perfusion but significant dehydration: N/Saline 20ml/kg over 30 mins