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(3)Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - Class

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  1. Antipyretic
  2. Analgesic
  3. Selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor
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(2)Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA) - Class

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  1. NSAID
  2. Platelet Inhibitor
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D50W (50% Dextrose) -Class

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Caloric agent

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Dimenhydrinate (Gravol) - Class

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Antiemetic

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Class

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Antihistamine

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(2)Epinephrine (Adrenalin) - Class

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1.Non-selective Adrenergic Agonist
2.Sympathomimetic

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(2)Glucagon - Class

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  1. Hyperglycemic agent
  2. Pancreatic hormone
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Ibuprofen (Advil) - Class

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  1. NSAID
  2. Analgesic
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(2)Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent) - Class

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1.Anticholinergic
2.Parasympatholytic

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Naloxone (Narcan) - Class

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Opioid Antagonist

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Nitroglycerin (Nitrolingual) - Class

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  1. Anti-anginal
  2. Vasodilator
  3. Nitrate
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Nitrous Oxide (Entonox) - Class

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Gaseous analgesic

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Oral Glucose (Insta-Glucose) - Class

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Caloric Agent

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Salbutamol (Ventolin) - Class

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1.Beta-2 Agonist
2.Bronchodilator
3.Sympathomimetic

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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - Mechanism of Action

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Inhibits COX enzyme to reduce fever & pain

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Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA) - Mechanism of Action

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1.Inhibits thromboxane A2
2.prevents platelet aggregation

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D50W (50% Dextrose) - Mechanism of Action

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Raises blood glucose levels rapidly

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Dimenhydrinate (Gravol) - Mechanism of Action

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  1. Inhibits vestibular stimulation
  2. blocks acetylcholine
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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Mechanism of Action

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Blocks H1 & H2 receptors to reduce histamine effects

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Epinephrine (Adrenalin) - Mechanism of Action

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1.Alpha-1 vasoconstriction
2.Beta-2 bronchodilation

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Glucagon - Mechanism of Action

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Breaks down glycogen stores to increase blood glucose

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Ibuprofen (Advil) - Mechanism of Action

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reversible inhibition of COX-1and COX-2 emzymes.

By decreasing prostaglandin synthesis in the CNS, ibuprofen is able to reduce swelling and pain.

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Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent) - Mechanism of Action

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Blocks parasympathetic response to prevent bronchoconstriction

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Naloxone (Narcan) - Mechanism of Action

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Competes for opioid receptors, reversing overdose

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Nitroglycerin (Nitrolingual) - Mechanism of Action

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Reduces myocardial oxygen demand, lowers preload & afterload

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Nitrous Oxide (Entonox) - Mechanism of Action

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Provides pain relief, mechanism not fully understood

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Oral Glucose (Insta-Glucose) - Mechanism of Action

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Raises blood glucose levels rapidly

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Salbutamol (Ventolin) - Mechanism of Action

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Beta-2 activation causes bronchial smooth muscle relaxation

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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - Dosage (Adult)

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975 mg PO (Do not repeat)

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Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA)- Dosage (Adult)

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160 mg PO (chewed), max 160 mg/24h

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D50W (50% Dextrose)- Dosage (Adult)

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25 g SIVP/IO q5 min PRN to max 50 g

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Dimenhydrinate (Gravol) - Dosage (Adult)

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50 mg SIVP/IM q4 hours

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Dosage (Adult)

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50 mg PO/IV/IM (Do not repeat)

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Epinephrine (Adrenalin)- Dosage (Adult)

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0.3 mg IM q5 min (max 0.9 mg)

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Glucagon - Dosage (Adult)

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1 mg IM q15 min (max 2 mg)

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Ibuprofen (Advil) - Dosage (Adult)

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400 mg PO (Do not repeat)

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Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent) - Dosage (Adult)

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500 mcg nebulized (max 1500 mcg)
1 puff (20 mcg/puff) MDI with spacer, repeat 30-60 seconds prn to a total maximum of 15 puffs

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Naloxone (Narcan) - Dosage (Adult)

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● 0.05 mg IV/IO q 2 minutes prn to a total maximum of 1 mg
● 0.8 mg IM q 5 minutes prn to a total maximum of 3.2 mg
● 2 mg intranasal (1mg/nostril) q 3-5 minutes prn to a total maximum of 4 mg

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Nitroglycerin (Nitrolingual) - Dosage (Adult)

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● 0.4 mg SL (1 spray) q 3-5 minutes prn or until systolic BP less than100 mmHg
● 0.8 mg/hr patch

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Nitrous Oxide (Entonox) - Dosage (Adult)

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Self-administered PRN

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Oral Glucose (Insta-Glucose) - Dosage (Adult)

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25 g PO q5 min (max 50 g)

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Salbutamol (Ventolin) - Dosage (Adult)

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  • 2.5-5 mg nebulized q5-15 min PRN
  • 1 puff MDI (100 mcg/puff) with spacer q 30-60 seconds prn to a max 30 puffs
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - Contraindications

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● Active liver disease/hepatic impairment
● Chemotherapy patients
● Hypersensitivity

44
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Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA)- Contraindications

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● Hypersensitivity
● Active GI bleed
● Asthmatic with past history of sensitivity to ASA/NSAIDs
● Unable to follow commands

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D50W (50% Dextrose) - Contraindications

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Hyperglycemia, Corn allergy

46
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Dimenhydrinate (Gravol) - Contraindications

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● Narrow angle glaucoma
● Patients who have ingested large quantities of depressants (including alcohol)

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity Benadryl OR Gravol allergy

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Epinephrine (Adrenalin) - Contraindications

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● None when used in emergent anaphylaxis situations
● Hypersensitivity
● Underlying cardiovascular disease

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Glucagon - Contraindications

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Hyperglycemia, Beef/Pork allergy

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Ibuprofen (Advil) - Contraindications

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● Hypersensitivity to ibuprofen or other NSAIDs
● Asthma
● History of significant renal disease, except renal colic
● Suspected intracranial bleed
● History of GI bleeding
● Diagnosis of crohn’s/ulcerative colitis/IBD
● Subarachnoid hemorrhage (indicated by sudden onset/most severe ever headache/thunderclap)
● Pregnancy
● Patient is taking oral anticoagulants
● Do not give if patient over 65

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Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent) - Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity

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Naloxone (Narcan) - Contraindications

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Opioid withdrawal symptoms

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Nitroglycerin (Nitrolingual) - Contraindications

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● Systolic BP less than 100 mmHg
● Unable to establish IV access
● Right ventricular infarct ( therefore a drop of systolic BP of 30 points or 1/3 after the first administration of nitroglycerin should indicate that an RVI is possible, and no further nitro should be given)
● Use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors within 24 hrs; such as Viagra, Cialis, Levitra - Mandatory OLMC
● Computer generated 12 lead interpretation has any message in capital letters indicating a STEMI**

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Nitrous Oxide (Entonox) - Contraindications

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-Pneumothorax
-Adominal pain
-Bowel obstruction
-Intoxication
-Head injury
- Altered

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Oral Glucose (Insta-Glucose) - Contraindications

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Unconscious, Hyperglycemia

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Salbutamol (Ventolin) - Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity, Tachydysrhythmias

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What does NSAID stand for?

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Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

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What does analgesic mean?

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medication that relieves pain without causing loss of consciousness

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What does Antipyretic mean?

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is a medication that reduces fever by acting on the hypothalamus to regulate body temperature.

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what does Antiemetic mean?

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is a medication that prevents or reduces nausea and vomiting by acting on the central nervous system or gastrointestinal tract.

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what does Antihistamine mean?

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is a medication that blocks histamine receptors, reducing allergic reactions, nausea, and other histamine-related responses in the body

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What does Non-selective Adrenergic Agonist mean?

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is a medication that stimulates multiple adrenergic receptors (Alpha Beta receptors) in the sympathetic nervous system (SNS).

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What does Hyperglycemic Agent mean?

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is a medication that raises blood glucose levels. These drugs are used to treat hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in patients who are unable to consume carbohydrates orally.

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What does Anticholinergic mean?

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is a medication that blocks the effects of acetylcholine (ACh) on the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). These drugs reduce secretions, relax smooth muscles, and prevent involuntary muscle contractions.

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What does opioid Antagonist mean?

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is a medication that blocks opioid receptors, reversing the effects of opioid drugs such as morphine, fentanyl, and heroin.

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What does Vasodilator mean?

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is a medication that relaxes blood vessels, causing them to widen (vasodilation). This results in reduced blood pressure, decreased workload on the heart, and improved blood flow to tissues.

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what is a Beta-2 Agonist ?

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is a medication that stimulates Beta-2 adrenergic receptors, primarily found in the smooth muscles of the lungs, blood vessels, and uterus.

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What is COX enzyme?

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is an enzyme that helps produce prostaglandins, which are chemicals involved in inflammation, pain, fever, and blood clotting.

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What does refers Adrenegic mean?

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refers to the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) and involves neurotransmitters like epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine (noradrenaline).

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What is thromboxane A2?

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is a chemical produced by platelets that plays a key role in blood clot formation (hemostasis)

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what does Inhibits vestibular stimulation

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means blocking signals from the vestibular system (inner ear) to the brain to prevent nausea, dizziness, and motion sickness.

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what does Sympathomimetic mean?

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is a medication that mimics the effects of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) by stimulating adrenergic receptors (Alpha & Beta receptors).

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prn?

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“as needed” or “as necessary.”

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q

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Latin word “quaque,” meaning “every.”

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