RSI

Question 1

What is the dose and effect of etomidate?(1)

Answer 1

0.3 mg/kg or 20 mg (max initial first dose)/ sedative that can cause trismus and puking

Question 2

What is the dose for Roc and its effect? (2)

Answer 2

1mg/kg (100 mg max). Paralytic that relieves trismus caused by etomidate

Question 3

What are your post sedative options and doses?

Answer 3

2-4 mg of versed and 100 mcgs fentanyl/ post sedative

Question 4

When is ketamine an option and benefit?

Answer 4

Useful because it will not cause the patient to puke and will benefit hypotensive patients. Can use as your initial dose instead of etomidate. Dose is 1 mg/kg with a 100 mg max