RSI Drugs Flashcards
What is the indication for atropine (Atropen) in RSI?
Prevent bradycardia in peds
What is the dose for atropine for peds when used to premedicate in RSI?
0.02 mg/kg
What is the onset of atropine?
Immediate
What is the duration of atropine?
1-2 hours
For what conditions would you consider administering lidocaine (Xylocaine) in RSI?
Head injury, asthma (bronchospasm)
What is the dose for lidocaine when used to premedicate in RSI?
1.5 mg/kg
What is the onset of lidocaine?
1-2 minutes
What is the duration of lidocaine?
10-20 minutes
What is the indication for etomidate (Amidate) in RSI?
Sedative
What is the dose for etomidate in RSI?
0.3 mg/kg
What is the onset for etomidate?
<1 minute
What is the duration for etomidate?
5-14 minutes
What is the indication for ketamine (Ketalar) in RSI?
Sedative
What is the dose for ketamine in RSI?
2 mg/kg
What is the onset for ketamine?
1 minute