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Adrenaline Flashcards

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How does adrenaline work?

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.Stimulated by the hypothalamus, it releases noradrenaline into the bloodstream
.Noradrenaline binds to adrenal glands by receptors causing fight and flight reaction in those locatiosn

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Indications of adrenaline

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Anaphylaxis
Life threatening asthma

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Contraindications of adrenaline

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None in emergency settinfs

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Cautions of adrenaline

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Severe hypertension may occur in patients in non cardiovascular selective BETA BLOCKERS

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Dosage and route of adrenaline

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500mcg initial dose
500mcg repeat dose
Dose interval - 5 mins
Max dose - No limit

Route - IM injection in antero-lateral aspect of the thigh

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Effects of adrenaline

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Will work within 1 minutes, pt will feel effects very quickly

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Side effects of adrenaline

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Tachycardia
Tachypnoea
Trembling
Blurred visions
Feeling of nervousness

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