Narcan Flashcards
1
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Indications
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-Respiratory depression induced by opioids/narcotics
-Unknown coma to rule out opioid/narcotic use or suspected opioid use
2
Q
Action
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competing with opioids at opiate receptor sites in the brain, booting or filling the receptor site instead of the opioid
3
Q
Contraindications
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None in emergency setting
4
Q
Precautions
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can cause immediate withdrawal symptoms, which can lead to a combative patient. Preoxygenate patients with high flow oxygen to help with brain hypoxia whenever possible as this may help prevent combative behavior.
5
Q
Route/Dose
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Adult: SQ/IM/IN
0.5mg - max dose 8.0mg
Pediatric: IN/IM
0.1mg/kg
6
Q
Side Effects
A
See precautions
7
Q
Common Narcotics
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Heroin, morphine, fentanyl, Vicodin, Norco, hydromorphone, hydrocodone, methadone, Demerol, meperidine
