Narcotics: Meperidine

Question 1

The brand name for Meperidine is __.

Answer 1

Demerol

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Question 2

Meperidine has an affinity for which of the following opioid receptors? (3)

Answer 2

1. Mu
2. Kappa
3. Delta

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Question 3

TexWes and PP: A common IV dose of Meperidine for post-operative shivering is __________ mg.

Answer 3

12.5 mg

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Question 4

The onset of Meperidine is __ to __ minutes.

Answer 4

5-15 min

Question 5

The duration of Meperidine is __ to __ hours.

Answer 5

2-4 hours

Question 6

Meperidine is structurally similar to which of the following, and thus has specific effects on the CNS?
Select 2

A) Atropine
B) Epinephrine
C) Fentanyl
D) Dopamine
E) Local anesthetics

Answer 6

A) Atropine
E) Local anesthetics

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Question 7

The active metabolite of Meperidine has which of the following effects on the central nervous system?

A) CNS depressant
B) Can cause liver failure
C) Analgesic without side effects
D) Antiemetic properties
E) Can cause seizures

Answer 7

E) Can cause seizures d/t being a CNS stimulant

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Question 8

Meperidine blocks the reuptake of __________.

Answer 8

B) Serotonin

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Question 9

Meperidine should be avoided in patients taking which class of medications?

Answer 9

B) MAO inhibitors (MAOIs)