Overdose on specific substances - Diphenhydramine Flashcards
1
Q
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is of what class of medication?
A
Anticholinergic
2
Q
What mnemonic is used to describe anticholinergic overdoses?
A
Hot as hare, blind as a bat, dry as a bone, red as a beet, mad as a hatter.
Hot: increased body T Blind: mydriasis (dilated pupils) Dry: no secretions Red: facial flushing Mad: delirium
http://sketchymedicine.com/2012/01/anticholinergic-mnemonic/
3
Q
Draw out the MOA of diphenhydramine.
A
Ok
4
Q
Draw out the MOA of of the S/S of diphenhydramine overdose.
A
Ok.
5
Q
The 2020 “Benadryl Challenge” involved the use of _____ pills of 25 mg diphenhydramine.
A
12-20
