pharmpharm(from shared med emerg doc) Flashcards
(243 cards)
What is the class of Oxygen?
Medical Gas
Oxygen is used in various medical scenarios to increase oxygen saturation in the blood.
What is the dose of Oxygen for non-rebreather masks?
10-15 lpm NRB (60%-90%)
Non-rebreather masks are used for patients requiring high concentrations of oxygen.
What is the primary mechanism of action (MOA) of Oxygen?
Increases the amount of oxygen available to the body’s tissues and saturation in the blood.
List the indications for administering Oxygen.
- Hypoxia
- Cardiac Arrest
- Angina
- Stroke
- Respiratory distress
What is a contraindication for Oxygen therapy?
Severe COPD (hypoxic drive vs hypercarbia drive)
In patients with severe COPD, the drive to breathe may depend on low oxygen levels.
What is the class of Normal Saline?
Isotonic Solution
What is the dose range for Normal Saline?
250cc, 500cc, 1000cc IV, IO
What is the primary MOA of Normal Saline?
Provides fluid resuscitation and restores blood volume.
What is the indication for using Normal Saline?
Fluid Resuscitation & Therapy
What is a contraindication for Normal Saline?
Heart and kidney failure
What class of medication is Aspirin?
NSAID (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
What is the usual dose of Aspirin?
81mg x 4 = 324mg chew
What is the MOA of Aspirin?
Prevents platelets from clumping together (blood = slippery)
List the indications for Aspirin.
- Angina
- Suspected MI
What is a contraindication for Aspirin?
Ulcer and Asthma
What class of medication is Nitroglycerin?
Vasodilator
What is the dose of Nitroglycerin?
0.4mg SL q 3-5min
What is the primary MOA of Nitroglycerin?
Vasodilation (coronary arteries), relaxation and dilation of coronary arteries, reducing myocardial oxygen demand and improving blood flow to the heart muscle.
List the indications for Nitroglycerin.
- Angina
- ACS
- Heart failure with pulmonary edema
What is a contraindication for Nitroglycerin?
ED drugs
What class of medication is Atropine?
Parasympatholytic, anticholinergic
What is the dose of Atropine?
1mg IVP (max 3 doses)
What is the MOA of Atropine?
Competes with acetylcholine at receptors on the AV and SA node, enhances SA node automaticity, and AV conduction, increases HR, CO.
What is the primary indication for Atropine?
1st line treatment for sinus bradycardia