Succinylcholine Flashcards
1
Q
Succinylcholine Trade Name
A
Anectine
2
Q
Succinylcholine Indications
A
Paralysis for RSI
3
Q
Succinylcholine Contraindications
A
-Hypersensitivity
-Narrow angle glaucoma
-Penetrating eye trauma
Avoid in patients with burns >24 hours old,
chronic neuromuscular disease (e.g., muscular
dystrophy), ESRD, crush injury, or other situation in which
hyperkalemia is likely. History of malignant Hyperthermia.
4
Q
Succinylcholine Adult Dose
A
1.5 mg/kg
5
Q
Succinylcholine Pediatric Dose
A
1.5 mg/kg
6
Q
Succinylcholine Max Dose Adult/Pediatric
A
200mg for adults. 75mg for pediatric.
