Fentanyl Citrate

Question 0

Mechanism of Action

Answer 0

Alleviates pain by acting on the pain receptors in the brain; elevates pain threshold. Depresses CNS.

Question 1

Class

Answer 1

Narcotic agonist/Narcotic analgesic

Question 2

Indications and Field Use

Answer 2

Analgesia, especially in patients with burns or other trauma, AMI. Adjunct to sedation in post intubation state. Adjunct to induction in RSI

Question 3

Adverse Reactions

Answer 3

Respiratory depression/arrest

Question 4

Adult Dosage

Answer 4

IV/IO: 25mcg-50mcg slow IVP over 1-5min until desired effect