Fentanyl G6 Flashcards
1
Q
Fentanyl Class
A
• Narcotic analgesic
• Narcotic agonist
2
Q
Fentanyl MOA
A
• Alleviates pain by depressing the central nervous system
• Depresses respiratory centers in the brainstem
• Decreases venous return to the heart
• Decreases preload
• Decreases afterload
3
Q
Fentanyl Indications
A
• Pain management
4
Q
Fentanyl Adult dose
A
• 25 to 50 mcg
• Maximum dosage 200 mcg
5
Q
Fentanyl Contraindications
A
• Known hypersensitivity to the drug
• Head injury
• Decreased level of consciousness
• Respiratory depression
• Hemodynamically significant hypotension
6
Q
Fentanyl Adverse effects
A
• Central nervous system depression
• Respiratory depression
• Respiratory arrest
• Hypotension
7
Q
Fentanyl Pediatric dose
A
• 1.0 to 2.0 mcg/kg
• Maximum dosage 50 mcg
