Sedation Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Indications for sedation
A
- Conditions aggravated by stress
- Mild learning disabilities
- Dental anxiety
2
Q
Contraindications for IV
A
- Intracranial pathology
- Muscle wasting
- COPD
- Hypothyroidism
3
Q
IS contraindications
A
- Blocked nose
- COPD
- Pregnant
4
Q
IS adv + disadv
A
ADV: Rapid recovery + flexible duration
DISADV: less muscle relaxation, cooperation req
5
Q
IV adv + disadv
A
ADV: less cooperation, more muscle relaxation
DISADV: baseline reading, recovery, cannula
6
Q
Management of over sedation for IV
A
Flumazenil 200mg then 100 increments/min
7
Q
IV Midazolam dose
A
5mg/5ml
8
Q
Continued checks during IV
A
Vitals (bp,RR,hr,o2 sat)
Skin colour
Capillary refill
