Paed pain releif

Question 1

Mild pain requires paracetamol… what is the dosage for paeds

Answer 1

15mg/kg

Question 2

What relief would be provided for moderate pain in paeds

Answer 2

IN Fentanyl:
- Small child (10-17kg) - 25mcg IN
- Medium child (18-39kg) - 25-50mcg IN
Repeat initial dose @ 5-10 mins. Max 3 doses

If unable to administer IN Fent, use methoxy 3mL Max 6mL

Question 3

What relief would be provided for severe pain in paeds

Answer 3

IN Fent or methoxy as per moderate guidleines

or

Morphine IM - 0.1mg/kg - single dose