RSI- induction meds Flashcards
1
Q
Etomidate- dose
A
0.2-0.6 mg/kg
2
Q
Etomidate- benefits
A
Less likely to cause Hypotension than some other sedatives
3
Q
Etomidate- CI
A
NOT FDA approved in kiddos
4
Q
Fentanyl- dose
A
2-5 mcg/kg
5
Q
Fentanyl- drawbacks
A
If given rapidly can cause chest wall rigidity
6
Q
Ketamine- dose
A
0.5-2 mg/kg
7
Q
Ketamine- drawbacks
A
Avoid if increased ICP…but I’m pretty sure this is up for debate
8
Q
Ketamine- benefits
A
Does exacerbate hemodynamic instability
Preferred in the case of bronchospasm
9
Q
Thiopental- dose
A
2-5 mg/kg
10
Q
Thiopental- when is it preferred
A
In presence of increased ICP
11
Q
Thiopental- when is dose cut in half
A
In presence of hypoTN
12
Q
Midazolam- dose
A
0.2-0.3 mg/kg
13
Q
Midazolam- AE
A
Decreases HR, BP, and RR
