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Sharps Meds Flashcards

1
Q

What route is Epi for Medical Cardiac Arrest?

A

IM

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What is the dose of Epi for Medical Cardiac Arrest?

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0.01mg/kg, Max 0.5mg. Round to the nearest 0.05mg. Max 1 dose.

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3
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What route is glucagon?

A

IM

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4
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If the pt’s weight is less than 25kg, what is the dose of glucagon?

A

0.5 mg IM, 20 min interval, max 2 doses.

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5
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If the pt’s weight is greater than 25kg, what is the dose of glucagon?

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1 mg IM, 20 min interval, max 2 doses.

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6
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What route is epi for bronchoconstriction?

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IM

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What is the dose for epi for bronchoconstriction?

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0.01mg/kg, max 0.5mg. Round to the nearest 0.05mg. Max 1 dose.

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8
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What is the route for epi for anaphylaxis?

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IM

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9
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What is the dose for epi for anaphylaxis? (moderate to severe allergic reaction)

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0.01mg/kg, max 0.5mg. Round to the nearest 0.05mg. Minimum 5-minute dosing interval, max 2 doses.

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10
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What is the route for diphenhydramine?

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IV/IM

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11
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What is the dose of diphenhydramine for pts who weigh greater than or equal to 25kg but less than 50kg?

A

25mg. Max 1 dose.

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12
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What is the dose of diphenhydramine for pts who weigh greater than or equal to 50kg?

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50mg. Max 1 dose.

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13
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What is the route for ketorolac?

A

IM/IV

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14
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What is the dose for ketorolac?

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For a pt greater than or equal to 12 yrs old, 10-15mg. Max of 15mg, max 1 dose.

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15
Q

What are the routes for naloxone (in order of preference)?

A

IV/IM/IN/SC

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16
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What is the dose for naloxone IM?

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0.4mg, dosing interval 5 minutes, max 3 doses.

17
Q

What is the dose for naloxone IN?

A

2-4mg, dosing interval 5 minutes, max 3 doses.

18
Q

What is the dose for naloxone SC?

A

0.8mg, dosing interval 5 minutes, max 3 doses.

19
Q

What is the route for Dimenhydrinate?

A

IV/IM

20
Q

What is the dose of dimenhydrinate for pts greater than or equal to 25kg to less than 50kg?

A

25 mg. Max 1 dose.

21
Q

What is the dose of dimenhydrinate for pts greater than or equal to 50kg?

A

50mg. Max 1 dose.

22
Q

Do you dilute dimenhydrinate IM?

A

No, just for IV.

23
Q

What are the conditions for dimenhydrinate?

A

Greater than or equal to 25kg, unaltered.

24
Q

What are the contraindications for dimenhydrinate?

A
  • Allergy or sensitivity to dimenhydrinate or other antihistamines.
  • OD on antihistamines or anticholinergics or tricyclic antidepressants.
25
Q

What are the conditions for naloxone?

A

≥24hours old, LOA altered, RR <10 breaths/min.

26
Q

What are the contraindications for naloxone?

A

Allergy or sensitivity to naloxone.

27
Q

What are the conditions for ketorolac?

A

≥ 12 years, LOA unaltered, SBP normotension.

28
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What are the conditions for diphenhydramine?

A

≥25 kg

29
Q

What are the contraindications for diphenhydramine?

A

Allergy or sensitivity to diphenhydramine.

30
Q

What are the conditions for epi (moderate to severe allergic reaction)?

A

For anaphylaxis only.

31
Q

What are the conditions for epi (medical cardiac arrest)?

A

LOA altered, Anaphylaxis suspected as causative event.

32
Q

What are the contraindications for epi (same for both directives)?

A

Allergy or sensitivity to epi.

33
Q

What are the conditions for glucagon?

A

LOA altered, hypoglycemia.

34
Q

What are the contraindications for glucagon?

A

Allergy or sensitivity to glucagon.
Pheochromocytoma

35
Q

What are the 5 rights?

A
  • Right pt (conditions/indications/ contraindications)
  • Right time
  • Right route
  • Right med
  • Right dose
36
Q

What length needle is used for SC injections?

A

5/8”

37
Q

How is the needle held for a SC injection?

A

At a 45 degree angle, with the bevel facing up.

38
Q

What is the max vol/nare for IN med admin?

A

1 ml per nare.

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