Vecuronium Flashcards
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Vecuronium Class
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Nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent
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Vecuronium Mechanism of Action
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Competes with acetylcholine, resulting in neuromuscular blockade
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Vecuronium Indications
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Tracheal intubation
4
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Vecuronium Contraindications
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Renal failure, Neuromuscular disease
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Vecuronium Dosage and Administration
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0.08 - 0.1 mg/kg IV
Maintenance dose: 0.01 - 0.015 mg/kg IV