Analgesics and Anesthetics
This anesthetic produces a rapid and brief state of sedation. Usually used as a maintenance sedative for mechanically ventilated patients.
What is propofol (Diprovan)?
This volume expander is similar to human plasma.
What is albumin?
This benzodiazepine is also used as an anticonvulsant. Its generic name is Alprazolam.
What is Xanax?
This medication restores glutathione concentrations in the liver, interacts with nitroglycerin, and is commonly called Mucomyst.
What is Acetylcysteine?
This medication is given as an alternative to amiodarone in cardiac arrest.
What is Lidocaine?
This medication alleviates pain through CNS action. Part of the MONA mnemonic.
What is morphine?
This crystalloid solution is able to replace water and electrolytes. Usually not found on the ambulance.
What is Lactated Ringers?
This medication is used as a sedative, anticonvulsant, acts on the limbic system. One of its trade names is Diastat.
What is diazepam?
This medication ADSORBS ingested toxins, prevents absorption in the GI tract.
What is activated charcoal?
This calcium channel blocker is used to control the ventricular rate in a patient with Atrial Fib or Flutter.
What is Diltiazem?
This synthetic opioid effects CNS and smooth muscle organs. Usual dosages for adults 25 to 50 mg IV.
What is meperidine (Demerol)?
This hypotonic dextrose containing solution is used to provide nutrients as well as free water.
What is 5% dextrose in water?
This antipsychotic antagonizes dopamine-1 and dopamine-2 receptors in the brain. One of the medications in a B-52.
What is haloperidol (Haldol)?
Hydroxocobalamin is a synthetic, injectable form of vitamin b12 that binds with this byproduct of combustion, preventing its toxic effects.
What is cyanide?
If dosages are missed of this medication it can result in SVT or an elevated ventricular rate in someone with Atrial fib or flutter.
What is Digoxin?
This medication is used as a local anesthetic by blocking normal nerve impulses, as well as in RSI procedures. Can also be used as an antidysrhythmic.
What is lidocaine?
This hypertonic crystalloid solution allows fluid to cross the blood brain barrier with the ability to reduce the amount of fluid in the cranial cavity.
What is 3% sodium chloride (hypertonic saline)?
This medication can be used for procedural sedation as well as chemical restrain. Usually given as 2mg/kg IV for restraint. Some patients experience emergence reactions.
What is ketamine (Ketalar)?
This antidote converts cyanide to less toxic thiocyanate.
What is Sodium Thiosulfate?
This class of medications are used to decrease the serum cholesterol and triglycerides. Patients are warned to not eat grapefruit or grapefruit products while taking this medication.
What are statins?
This nonopioid analgesic inhibits prostaglandin synthesis. Does not have any sedative properties.
What is ketorolac (Toradol)?
This fluid is used to provide nutrition and is customized on each patients needs.
What is total parenteral nutrition (TPN)?
This benzo causes sedative, amnesic, and hypnotic effects. Usually given for seizures as 0.1 mg/kg iv.
What is midazolam (Versed)?
This antidote competes at the opioid receptor sites.
What is naloxone (Narcan)?
This medication is used to slow AV node conduction, acts as a negative inotrope and vasodilator.
What is verapamil?