Valium Flashcards
1
Q
Class
A
Benzodiazepine
Sedative-hypnotic
Anticonvulsant
2
Q
Mechanism of Action
A
Potentates effected of inhibitory neurotransmitters
Raises seizure threshold
Induces amnesia and sedation
3
Q
Indications
A
Acute anxiety states
Acute Alcohol withdrawals
Muscle relaxant
Seizure activity
Agitation
Analgesia for procedures (cardioversion or fx reduction).
4
Q
Contraindications
A
Allergy
Glaucoma
Coma
Shock
Substance Abuse
Head Injury
5
Q
Adult Seizure Dose
A
1 - 5 mg up to 30 mg
IV, IM, IO, or IN
6
Q
Pediatric Seizure Dose
A
Refer to length/weight based tape
7
Q
Adult Cardioversion Dose
A
5 mg
IV, IO, IM, or IN
May repeat x1
8
Q
Pediatric Cardioversion Dose
A
Refer to length/weight based tape
9
Q
Pregnancy Category
A
D