Narcan Flashcards by Emily Jarrott | Brainscape

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Dosage

A

400 micrograms in 1ml ampoule

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Indications

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Opioid overdose

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Contra- indications

A

Neonates

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Side effects

A

Groggy-ness

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How is it given?

A

Intramuscularly

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What is the loading dose?

A

800micrograms

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What should you be careful?

A

Patient may become violent

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How long should you wait between dosages?

A

3mins

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What muscles can you inject into?

A

Buttock, thigh, hip, deltiod

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What is the max dosage?

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4400 micrograms

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