Post-Opp N/V Flashcards
What is the 1st line treatment of N/V with unknown cause?
Proclorperazine COMPAZINE
What are SEs with Proclorparazine?
hypotension
EPS
What is the 2nd line treatment of N/V with unknown cause?
Metoclopramide
What is the 3rd line treatment of N/V with unknown cause?
Ondansetron
What are patient-specific risk factors for PONV?
female
non-smoker
hx of PONV
motion sickness
What are medication-associated risk factors for PONV?
volatile anesthetics
nitrous oxide
opioids
How do we minimize modifiable risk factors to prevent PONV?
- avoid general anesthesia
- avoid volatile anesthetics and nitrous oxide
- minimize intra- and post-operative opioids
- adequate hydration
How do we minimize post-operative opioids?
- IV ketorolac (NSAID)
- Acetaminophen IV/PO
- Ketamine
How much NS is given to maintain hydration?
10-30 ml/kg/hr
What reasons is D5 1/2 NS given instead of NS for hydration?
diabetes
prolonged procedure
How many agents are given to a medium-risk patient for PONV prophylaxis?
1-2, usually 2
How many agents are given to a high-risk patient for PONV prophylaxis?
> 2 with different MOAs
What are SEs with 5HT-3 antagonists?
Headache
Constipation
QTc prolongation
What 5HT-3 antagonists are more associated with QTc prolongation?
Ondansetron
Granisetron
When should Ondansetron and Granisetron be given because of fast onset and short duration?
at the end of surgery
When should Palonosetron be given because of its slow onset and long duration?
start of surgery
When is Aprepitant EMEND used to prevent PONV?
not recommended 1st line should be used in severe cases
When is Aprepitant administered to prevent PONV?
w/in 3 hours of the start of surgery