Vasopressors Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 major vasopressors?
A
Norepinephrine
Epinephrine
Phenylephrine
2
Q
What is the first line vasopressor in septic and hypovolemic shock?
A
Norepinephrine
3
Q
What is the vasopressor for status asthmaticus/anaphylaxis?
A
Epinephrine
4
Q
What is the dose for continuous norepinephrine?
A
5-140mcg/min
5
Q
Whta is the dose for epinephrine?
A
IM = 0.3mg
6
Q
What are the side effects of norephinephrine and epinephrine?
A
Tachycardia
Hypertension
7
Q
What are the SE of phenylephrine?
A
Decreased cardiac output
Bradycardia