Rocuronium

Question 1

Rocuronium Trade Name

Answer 1

Zemuron

Question 2

Rocuronium Classification

Answer 2

Nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocker

Question 3

Rocuronium Mechanism

Answer 3

Binds competitively to cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate to antagonize (block) the action of acetylcholine producing skeletal muscle paralysis

Question 4

Rocuronium Indications

Answer 4

-Paralysis for RSI when Succinylcholine is contraindicated
-Continued paralysis of mechnically ventilated patient

Question 5

Rocuronium Contraindications

Answer 5

None in an emergency setting

Question 6

Rocuronium Side Effects/Precautions

Answer 6

-Hypotension
-Transient Hypertension
-Bronchospasm

Question 7

Rocuronium Adult Dose

Answer 7

1mg/kg

Question 8

Rocuronium Pediatric Dose

Answer 8

1mg/kg

Question 9

Rocuronium Onset of Action

Answer 9

1-2 minutes

Question 10

Rocuronium Duration of Action

Answer 10

40-50 minutes

Question 11

Rocuronium Max Dose Adult/Pediatric

Answer 11

None in an emergency setting

Question 12

Rocuronium Routes of Administration

Answer 12

IV/IO

Question 13

Rocuronium How Supplied

Answer 13

10mg/ml vials and pre-filled syringes