Medication Flashcards
Doses, pharmacology, indication
1
Q
What is the loading dose of magnesium?
A
4g over 15 mins
2
Q
What is the maintenance dose of magnesium?
A
1g per hour
3
Q
What is the antidote to magnesium overdose?
A
Calcium gluconate (loading dose 10ml 10%)
4
Q
What is the loading dose of calcium gluconate?
A
10ml 10% calcium gluconate
5
Q
What gestation would magnesium be recommended to try to prevent cerebral palsy?
A
24+0 to 29+6 weeks
6
Q
What gestation should magnesium be considered to try to prevent cerebral palsy?
A
30+0 weeks-33+6 weeks
7
Q
What are the signs of magnesium toxicity?
A
Blood pressure -Hypotension
Neuro- lethargy, muscle weakness, reduced reflexes
GI - ileus, nausea and vomiting
Bladder- reduced urine output/ urinary retention
Respiratory - reduced respiratory rate
Cardiac - bradycaria, cardiac arrythmia, cardiac arrest
