Meds

Question 0

Dobutamine

Answer 0

Short term for heart failure caused by depressed contractility
Increases contractility without increasing HR.
BB can negate effects
Cautious with HX of HTN MI hypovolemia and pregnancy.

Question 1

Diltiazem

Answer 1

Treats HTN, SVT, atrial flutter/fib
C/I with AV block 2 and 3 BP <90 recent MI or pulm. Congestion.
Grapefruit juice can increase effects of med.

Question 2

Dopamine

Answer 2

Improves BP CO and urinary output in shock
Increases renal perfusion in low doses 1-5 mcg
Monitor closely for hypo/hyper

Question 3

DPT

Answer 3

Protects against diphtheria
Pertussis
Tetanus
C/I with adverse reaction current illness and encephalopathy.

Question 4

Romazicon

Answer 4

Reverse effects of benzodiazepines
Seizure precautions
Large vein admin
Ensure patent airway

Question 5

Adenosine

Answer 5

SVT

Can cause hypotension