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Opioid OD Flashcards

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Other causes of ACS

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AEIOUTIPS
Seizures
Hypoglycaemia
Stroke
Hypovolaemia
Serious Head Injury

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Clinical Signs of OD

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Track Marks
Pinpoint Pupils
Respiratory Depression
Altered Conscious State
Substances Taken
Exclude other causes

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General Care for Opioid OD

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Airway mgx - BVM/OPA if req
Naloxone 10mcg/kg IM 400mcg max
can repeat 10/60 if inadequate response

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Naloxone Indications

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ACS and respiratory depression in pt who has taken opioid or similar substances

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Naloxone Contras

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Nil

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Naloxone Precautions

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Pt who is addicted to opioids may be combative post administration of naloxone

Neonates

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Naloxone Side Effects

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Goose flesh, tremors, sweating
Dilated Pupils, excessive lacrimation
Convulsions
Agitation
N/V

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