EMT Analgesia Flashcards
Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Methoxyfluarane (8 cards)
1
Q
What Class is Paracetamol?
A
- Oral,
- Analgesic;
- Antipyretic.
What class is Paracetamol?
2
Q
What is the MOA, Pharmacodynamics, & Pharmacokinetics of Paracetamol?
A
- Metabolised in the liver.
- Inhibits the production of prostaglandins resulting in the reduction of pain and fever.
What is the MOA, Pharmacodynamics, & Pharmacokinetics of Paracetamol?
3
Q
State the Indications for Paracetamol.
A
- Mild-Moderate pain (in addition to other medications).
- Moderate to severe pain (in addition to other medications).
State the indications for Paracetamol.
4
Q
State the Contraindications for Paracetamol.
A
- Known Severe Allergy.
State the Contraindications for Paracetamol.
5
Q
State the Cautions for Paracetamol.
A
- Severe liver impairment.
- Taken <4hrs.
- Abdo-pain + unwell & vomiting
State the Cautions for Paracetamol.
6
Q
State the Preparation for Paracetamol.
A
- 500mg tablets.
State the Preparation for Paracetamol.
7
Q
State the Dose for Paracetamol.
A
- Ability to swallow (or use syringe/liquid)
- 1500mg (3 tablets); for adult>80kg
- 1000mg (2 tablets); for adult 80kgs or less.
8
Q
State the side effects for Paracetamol.
A
None.
