rocuronium Flashcards
1
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Trade name for rocuronium
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Zemuron
2
Q
Classes for rocuronium
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Non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocker
Paralytic
3
Q
Standard supply for rocuronium
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Vial
4
Q
MOA for rocuronium
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Binds to nicotinic cholinergic receptor sites
Antagonizes acetylcholine binding resulting in a neuromuscular blockade
5
Q
Indication for rocuronium
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Induction of paralysis to facilitate RSI
6
Q
Contraindication for rocuronium
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Known hypersensitivity
7
Q
Adverse reactions to rocuronium
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Hypotension
Hypertension
Nausea
Vomiting
8
Q
Routes of administration for rocuronium
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IV
IO
9
Q
Onset/Peak/Duration for rocuronium
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O: 30-60 seconds
P: 1-3 minutes
D: 30-60 minutes
10
Q
Adult dosages for rocuronium
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0.6 - 1.2 mg/kg
11
Q
Pediatric dosages for rocuronium
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0.6- 1.2 mg/kg