Naloxone Flashcards
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Indications and field use of Naloxone
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Antidote for opioid overdose
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Mechanism of action of Naloxone
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Narcotic antagonist
Competitive inhibition at narcotic receptor sites
Reverse respiratory depression secondary to narcotics
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Contraindications of Naloxone
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Hypersensitivity
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Adverse reactions of Naloxone
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Withdraw symptoms Nausea Vomiting Diaphoresis Increased heart rate falling blood pressure Tremors
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Routes of administration of Naloxone
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IV, ET, SC, inject SL, IO, or constant IV infusion
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Brand Name of Naloxone
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Narcan
