Opiod Toxisity Flashcards

1
Q

Opioid toxicity presents as

A

Pt unable to maintain airway
Or
SpO2 < 92% on room air

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2
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What is Adult uncomplicated Opioid Toxicity

A

Heroin

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3
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Treatment for uncomplicated Adult opioid toxicity

A

Airway / ventilation
Naloxone 800mcg IM
repeat x1 @10min

Adequate - consider referral
Inadequate-transport/ SGA

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4
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What is Adult complex opioid toxicity?

A

Prescription opioids
Polydrug toxicity
Latrogenic
Unknown cause

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Treatment for adult Complex Opioid Toxicity

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Naloxone 100mcg IV
Repeat @2min
Total Max dose 2000mcg
Target- return of adequate ventilation (SpO2 >92%)

IF NO IV ACCESS
Naloxone 400mcg IM
(Single dose)

Consider SGA

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