Pharm

Question 1

lithium teratogenic

Answer 1

malformation - ebstein’s anomaly

Question 2

Epinephrine Dosing

Answer 2

1:10,000
IV 0.1-0.3 mg/kg
ETT 0.5-1mg/kg

Can repeat q3-5 minutes

Question 3

Dopamine

Answer 3

increases BP by increasing systemic vascular resistance. 2-20mcg/kg/min;
dependent on myocardial norepinephrine stores

Question 4

Dobutamine

Answer 4

Increases HR & contractility by DECREASING systemic vascular resistance, will raise BP if r/t myocardial insufficiency,

Question 5

DIgoxin

Answer 5

treats CHF, SVT, atrial fibrillation, a flutter; Toxicity: GI upset, PR interval prolongation, Sinus brady

Question 6

Late onset sepsis treatment (hospital acquired)

Answer 6

Vanc and Gent

Question 7

Amphotericin B

Answer 7

to treat systemic fungal infections, monitor for hypokalemia

Question 8

Gangicyclovir

Answer 8

to treat CMV, causes myelosupression (neutropenia) and thrombocytopenia

Question 9

Adensosine

Answer 9

Treats SVT by supressing sinus node automaticity and AV node conduction, do not use w/ 2nd or 3rd degree AV block

Question 10

If condition worsens after admin of PGE-1 - concern for ….

Answer 10

left atrial hypertension