Name that Med
Another name for this medication is adrenaline
Epinephrine
This medication is indicated for respiratory depression secondary to opiate overdose
Naloxone (Narcan)
PO
Per os (Oral) (in the mouth)
Adult dose for oral glucose
15 mg (full tube)
This medication is contraindicated if the patient's systolic blood pressure is less than 100
Nitroglycerin
When absorbed, this medication provides glucose for cell use.
Oral glucose
What is the indication for epinephrine?
Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction)
IO
Intra osseous (in the bone)
Adult dose of albuterol given by nebulizer (breathing treatment)
5 mg (two tubes)
Recent bleeding is a contraindication for this medication
Aspirin
This medication binds to/adsorbs toxic substances that have been ingested.
Activated charcoal
What medication is indicated for hypoxia?
Oxygen
IV
intra venous (in the vein)
Adult dose of chewable aspirin for cardiac chest pain
325 mg (4 tablets)
This is a contraindication for ALL medications
Hypersensitivity (allergic to)
This medication dilates the blood vessels in the coronary arteries to improve blood flow to the myocardium.
Nitroglycerin
What is the indication for oral glucose?
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar/ BGL less than 70)
IN
Intra nasal (in the nose)
Adult dose of intramuscular epinephrine (epi 1:1)
0.3 mg
Being near open flame is a contraindication for this medication
Oxygen
This medication is an antipyretic
Aspirin
What TWO medications are indicated for asthma or dyspnea with wheezing
(YOU MUST GET BOTH RIGHT!!)
Albuterol and Atrovent (ipratropium bromide)
SL
Sub lingual (under the tongue)
Pediatric dose of intramuscular epinephrine (epi 1:1)
0.15 mg
These TWO medications have no contraindications in the event of a true emergency.
YOU MUST GET BOTH RIGHT!!!
Epinephrine and Naloxone (Narcan)