etomidate

Question 1

Trade name for etomidate

Answer 1

Amidate

Question 2

Classes for etomidate

Answer 2

Anesthesia induction agent
Hypnotic
Sedative

Question 3

MOA of etomidate

Answer 3

Depression of CNS

Produces anesthesia

Question 4

Indication for etomidate

Answer 4

Procedural sedation for RSI

Question 5

Contraindication for etomidate

Answer 5

Known hypersensitivity to the drug

Question 6

Adverse reactions to etomidate

Answer 6

Respiratory depression
Respiratory arrest
Laryngospasm
Hypotension / hypertension
Bradycardia / tachycardia
Involuntary muscle movement
Nausea / vomiting

Question 7

Routes of administration for etomidate

Answer 7

IV

IO

Question 8

Onset/Peak/Duration for etomidate

Answer 8

O: 10-20 seconds
P: < 1 minute
D: 3-5 minutes

Question 9

Adult dosages for etomidate

Answer 9

0.2-0.6 mg/kg over 30-60 seconds

Question 10

Pediatric dosages for etomidate

Answer 10

Older than 10 years: 0.2-0.4 mg/kg over 30-60 seconds

- Maximum dosage of 20 mg

Question 11

Standard supplies for etomidate

Answer 11

Prefilled syringe

Vial