Opioid overdose Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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Opioid OD classical triad
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- Reduced consciousness (low GCS)
- Respiratory depression (Bradypnoea, low RR <12)
- Miosis (pin-point pupils)
2
Q
Opioid OD Mx
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- A-E
- IV naloxone 400 mcg
3
Q
when is naloxone not indicated in opioid OD
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- RR >10
- O2 sat. > 92%
- Monitoring closely for 6h for deterioration
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