vasopressin Flashcards
1
Q
Trade name for vasopressin
A
Pitressin
2
Q
Class for vasopressin
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Vasopressor
3
Q
Standard supply for vasopressin
A
Vial
4
Q
MOA for vasopressin
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Produces vasoconstriction
5
Q
Indications for vasopressin
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Cardiac arrest: V-fib Pulsless V-tach Asystole Pulseless electrical activity
6
Q
Contraindications for vasopressin
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Not recommended for pediatric patients
7
Q
Adverse reactions to vasopressin
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Nausea
Vomiting
8
Q
Routes of administration for vasopressin
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IV
IO
ET
9
Q
Onset/Peak/Duration for vasopressin
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O: 1-3 minutes
P: 15 minutes
D: 30-60 minutes
10
Q
Adult dosages for vasopressin
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Cardiac arrest:
40 U administered once