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Vassopressin Flashcards

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Vasopressin:class

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naturally occurring Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)

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Vasopressin:route

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IV push

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Vasopressin:adult dose

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CPR:40 U one time only, replaces the 1st or 2nd dose of Epinephrine

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Vasopressin:pedi dose

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not recommended

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Vasopressin:drug actions

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potent peripheral vasoconstrictor

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Vasopressin:indications

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alternate pressor for Epinephrine for patients in cardiac arrest;low resistance shock

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Vasopressin:precautions

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in responsive patients, watch for the development of cardiac ischemia and angina

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Vasopressin:side effects

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chest pain;abdominal distress;bronchoconstriction

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Vasopressin:contraindications

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responsive patients with coronary artery disease

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