Nausea Vomiting Flashcards

1
Q

Consider ____ in order to combat nausea. It has been shown to help with post-anesthesia nausea.

A

Oxygen (15 LPM NRB - monitor for secretions; 6 LPM NC)

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2
Q

IV ondansetron dose

A

4 mg over 2 minutes

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3
Q

IM ondansetron dose

A

4 mg

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4
Q

Consider fluids at ____ if the patient is hypotensive.

A

20 mL/kg

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5
Q

What check should be performed on all ALOC and nausea/vomiting patients?

A

Blood glucose

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6
Q

If BGL 60 mg/dL and unable to obtain IV access, the IM dose of glucagon is ____

A

1 mg

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7
Q

If BGL 60 mg/dL and unable to obtain IV access, the IN dose of glucagon is ____

A

2 mg

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8
Q

One must careful observe the ____ of the patient with acute nausea/vomiting.

A

Airway (be prepared to suction)

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