Nausea and Vomiting Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of Pt Hx should you get?
A
- OPQRST/SAMPLE
- PMHx (a.fib, coronary artery disease, vascular disease, diabetes, colitis, Chron’s disease)
- Past SurgHx (abdominal surgeries)
- Females: LMP
- Blood in emesis or stool
- Recent hospitalization
- Medications
2
Q
What are some S/S to ask and look for in a Pt?
A
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal Distention
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Anorexia
3
Q
What are the guidelines for SL1?
A
- General Pt care
- Airway management
- BGL
4
Q
What are the guidelines for SL1?
A
- General Pt care
- Airway management
- BGL
5
Q
What is one way to get rid o nausea?
A
Have the Pt inhale alcohol pad vapor for 3 min
6
Q
When do you follow the diabetic emergency protocol after taking BGL?
A
If <60 mg/dL or>300mg/dL
7
Q
What are the guideline for SL2?
A
- Chest pain protocol if applicable
- Transport in the position of comfort
8
Q
What are the guidelines for SL3?
A
- Vascular access
- Ondansetron 4mg IV/IO or ODT PO
9
Q
What is the guideline for SL4 if the Ondansetron is ineffective?
A
- Give the Pt Metoclopramide 5-10mg IV/IO
- Diphenhydramine 25mg IV/IO
