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ADRENALINE220px-Epinephrine-ampule(0) (Side effects (Palpitations, Cardiac…
ADRENALINE
Indications
Asystole of pulseless varient
Symptomatic bradycardia
Scute adhmaic attack
Anaphylaxis
Croup
Mechanism of action
Actions vary by tissue expressions of adrenergic receptors
It increases peripheral resistance via a1 receptor dependant vasoconstriction
Act on all body tissues as a hormonr
Increases cardiac output via its binding
Nursing considerations
Monitor heart rate. Cardiac rhythm and blood pressure
Extravasation of adrenalin may cause tissue necrosis to skin
Contraindications
Angle closure glaucoma
Nonanaphylatic shock
Storage
Cool dark room with 15-25 degrees
Side effects
Palpitations
Cardiac arrhythmias
Fear
Hypertension
Hemorrhage
Helmiplegia
Headache
Anxiety
Route of administration
Given intravenously or imascularly
