1
Q
emetics (1)
A
ipecac syrup
2
Q
ipecac syrup MOA
A
stimulates CTZ and acts directly on gastric mucosa
3
Q
ipecac syrup risk of abuse for what population
A
anorexia nervosa Pt’s
4
Q
ipecac syrup indication (4)
A
ONLY IF:
- If <60min after ingestion (before the substance leaves the stomach)
- If no antidote is available (contact Poison Control)
- If no risk of aspiration
- If ingested substance is not caustic/erosive to the mucous membrane
5
Q
ipecac syrup Rx or OTC
A
OTC
6
Q
instead of inducing vomiting, use
A
activated charcoal w/ or w/o sorbitol which is a sweet osmotic laxative
- may be used with gastric lavage (if toxic ingestion <60min and if indicated)
7
Q
activated charcoal MOA
A
adsorbent
8
Q
activated charcoal routes (2)
A
- PO
- NG tube
9
Q
activated charcoal side effects (2)
A
- constipation
- bowel obstruction
