Succinylcholine

Question 0

Indications and field use of Succinylcholine

Answer 0

Endotracheal intubation requiring paralysis (RSI)

Question 1

Mechanism of action of Soccinylcholine

Answer 1

Combines with cholinergic receptors of motor end plate to produce depolarization

Question 2

Contraindications of Succinylcholine

Answer 2

Muscle disorders
Personal or family history of malignant hyperthermia
History of Hyperkalemia
Burn injury patients

Question 3

Adverse reactions of Succinylcholine

Answer 3

Vagal stimulation leading to bradycardia or asystole 
Hyperkalemia 
Rhabdomyolysis 
Hypersalivation 
Elevated intraocular pressure 
Release of histamine

Question 4

Adult dosage of Succinylcholine

Answer 4

1.5 mg/kg IV, may repeat in 2-3 minutes to achieve paralysis

Question 5

Routes of administration of Succinylcholine

Answer 5

IV