Reptile 3 Flashcards
1
Q
what to remember about using morphine?
A
takes 3 hours to take effect. respiratory depression.
2
Q
what to remember about using meloxicam?
A
bad for dehydrated/kidney dx
3
Q
why is it good to do lidocaine bupivacaine combo for local?
A
lidocaine acts faster (90m), bupivacaine lasts longer (4+h)
4
Q
what to do if cannot intubate with inhalants?
A
can give IV alfaxalone then IPVV with sevo
5
Q
why used uncuffed ET tubes?
A
have to go thru closed glottis. trachea has complete rings
6
Q
aim for __ breaths per minute when ventilating?
A
6
7
Q
which reflex to check during surgery
A
tongue, tail, toe pinch
8
Q
why don’t give O2 postop
A
will slow RR and depth
