Narcotics: Sufentanil (Sufenta)

Question 1

**Sufentanil MOA: ** Highly selective __ opioid receptor agonist.

Answer 1

Highly selective mu opioid receptor agonist

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Question 2

PP: The recommended bolus dosage range of Sufentanil is __ to __ mcg/kg.

Tex Wes Ref: __ to __ mcg/kg.

Answer 2

PP: 0.5-1 mcg/kg

TexWes Ref: 0.3 -1 mcg/kg

Memory trick: “For Sufentanil, it’s half to one for fun!”
(microgram sounds “fun-sized”)

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Question 3

PP and TesWes Ref: What is the recommended infusion rate for Sufentanil for long procedures?

Answer 3

0.5-1 mcg/kg/hour

Sufentanil is good for infusion

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Question 4

If a Sufentanil infusion has been running for less than 2 hours, breathing trials should be started ______minutes before the end of the infusion.

Answer 4

30 minutes

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Question 5

If a Sufentanil infusion has been running for over 2 hours, breathing trials should be initiated ___ minutes before the end of the infusion.

Answer 5

45 minutes

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Question 6

Sufentanil is supplied in what concentration?

Answer 6

50 mcg/ml

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Question 7

True or False

Sufentanil does not have cardiovascular stability, making it unsuitable for patients with cardiovascular concerns.

Answer 7

FALSE

Sufentanil is CV stable!!!

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Question 8

Put it all together

1. Sufentanil is a highly selective ___ opioid receptor agonist.
2. The recommended bolus dose range for Sufentanil is ___ mcg/kg.
3. The infusion rate for Sufentanil is ___ mcg/kg/hour.
4. Sufentanil is supplied in a concentration of ___ mcg/ml.
5. If a Sufentanil infusion has been running for less than 2 hours, breathing trials should be started ___ minutes before the end of the infusion.
6. If a Sufentanil infusion has been running for over 2 hours, breathing trials should be initiated ___ minutes before the end of the infusion.
7. Sufentanil is considered ___ for cardiovascular, making it suitable for patients with cardiovascular concerns.
8. Compared to Remifentanil, Sufentanil has a ___ duration of action, making it better for post-operative pain control.

Answer 8

1. mu
2. 0.5 - 1 mcg/kg
3. 0.5 - 1 mcg/kg/hour
4. 50 mcg/ml
5. 30 minutes
6. 45 minutes
7. stable CV
8. longer duration of action

Question 9

The onset of Sufentanil __ to __ seconds.

Answer 9

30-60 seconds

Question 10

The duration of action of sufentanil __ to __ hours.

Answer 10

1-1.5 hours