Sedation & Miscellaneous Flashcards
What is a rapid acting hypnotic? May be used for deep sedation?
Propofol
What reversal medication is used for opioid overdose?
Narcan
What reversal medication is used for suspected Benzo overdose?
Flumazenil
What is an example of an opioid medication?
Fetanyl
Adverse reactions from Midazolam (Versed)?
Paradoxical reactions and nystagmus
Rapid administration of this sedation medication my induce bradycardia and hypotension?
Dexmedetomadine (Precedex)
Classification for giving Dexmedetomadine (precedex) and who might receive this medication?
Sedative, mechanically ventilated patients
Common side effects of Etomidate?
Adrenal suppression and myoclonus.
Why do we change the tubing of propofol every 12 hours?
It is lipid based.
Respiratory rate parameters when giving IV push Lorazepam (Ativan) to a non-intubated patient?
RR over 12/hour
What are the side effects of fetanyl?
- Hypotension
- Respiratory depression
- CNS depression
- Seizures
What are examples of Benzodiazepine medications?
Midazolam and lorazepam
Why do we give Perflutren Protein type A (Optison)?
For cardiovascular imaging
What family of medication requires mechanical ventilation and Train of Four/ peripheral nerve stimulation monitoring?
Neuro muscular blocking agents.
The medication used off label for delirium could possibly prolong the QT interval. It could also cause dyskinesia?
Haldol