Adenosine

Question 1

Brand name for Adenosine?

Answer 1

Adenocard

Question 2

Drug class of Adenosine?

Answer 2

Antidysrhythmic

Question 3

Adult dosage of Adenosine?

Answer 3

6mg rapid IV bolus 1-3 sec followed by 20 ml saline flush

Question 4

In an adult, if no response after 1-2mins…?

Answer 4

If no response after 1-2 min administer 12mg 1-3 sec

Question 5

Ped dosage of Adenosine?

Answer 5

0.1 mg/kg rapid IV/IO

MAX 1st dose 6mg

Question 6

2nd dose of Adenosine for peds?

Answer 6

0.2 mg/kg followed by 5-10 ml flush