Rocuronium Flashcards
1
Q
Roccironium trade name
A
Zemuron
2
Q
Rocuronium class
A
Non-depolarizing neuromuscular blockade
3
Q
Rocuronium MOA
A
Binds competitively to cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate to antagonize the action of acetylcholine
4
Q
Rocuronium indications
A
Paralysis for RSI and paralysis for mechanical ventilation
5
Q
Rocuronium contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity
Cerebral palsy
Not in emergency setting
6
Q
Rocuronium side effects
A
Bronchospasm
Hypertension
7
Q
Rocuronium dose
A
Adult 1mg/kg
Pediatric 1mg/kg
8
Q
Rocuronium onset/ duration
A
Onset 1-2 min
Duration 40 min
