Epinephrine Flashcards
1
Q
Pharmacology & Actions
A
Catecholamine w/ Alpha & Beta effects which increase HR & BP
Potent Brinchodilator
2
Q
Indications
A
- cardiac arrest
- bradycardia
- anaphylaxis
- shock
- IM for refractory wheezing
- neb for croup and bronchiolitis
3
Q
Absolute Contradictions
A
- uncontrolled HTN
- Allergy
4
Q
Precautions & Side Effects
A
Increases cardiac work and can precipitate angina, MI, or dysrhythmia, in pt with heart disease
5
Q
IV Administration
A
- Onset: <2 min
- Peak: <5 min
- Duration: 5-10 min
6
Q
IM Administration
A
- Onset: 3-10 min
- Peak: 20 min
- Duration: 20-30 min
7
Q
Code Dose
A
1mg 1:10,000 every 3min
8
Q
Bradycardia or Shock Dose
A
10-20mcg / 1-2ml 1:100,000 q 2min
9
Q
Anaphylaxis Dose
A
0.3mg 1:1,000 IM repeat if necessary
10
Q
Croup
A
5mg 1:1000 in 5ml NS Nebulized
11
Q
Stridor
A
3mg 1:1000 in 3ml NS Nebulized
