Secretions

Question 1

what is the 1st line choice in treating intractable hiccups?

Answer 1

chlorpromazine

Question 2

what medications (beside chlorpromazine) can be used to treat intractable hiccups?

Answer 2

• haloperidol
• habapentin
• dexamethasone

Question 3

what is the conservative management of a patient with increased secretions in end-of life care?

Answer 3

• avoiding fluid overload
• educating family that the patient is likely not troubled by secretions

Question 4

what is the 1st line management of secretions in palliative care?

Answer 4

hyoscine butylbromide