Midazolam Hydrochloride (Versed) Flashcards
1
Q
Class
A
Short-acting benzodiazepine (Controlled Substance Schedule IV)
2
Q
Indication
A
Premedication for tracheal intubation
3
Q
Dosage/Route
A
2-2.5 mg slow IV over 2-3 min
4
Q
Pediatric Dose
A
Not recommended
5
Q
Contraindications (6)
A
- Hypersensitivity
- Glaucoma
- Shock
- Coma
- Alcohol intoxication
- Concomitant use of barbiturates, alcohol, narcotics, or other CNS depressants
6
Q
Side Effects (9)
A
- Hiccough
- Cough
- Laryngospasm, bronchospasm
- HA
- Blurred vision, nystagmus
- Hypotension
- Respiratory depression/arrest
- Pain at the injection site
- N&V
7
Q
Precautions (2)
A
- Provide continuous monitoring of respiratory and cardiac function
- Have resuscitative equipment and antagonist readily at hand
