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Adenosine
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Antidysrhythmic
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Adenosine
Action |
slows conduction through the AV node
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Adenosine
indications |
to convert SVT, and as a diagnostic aid to assess myocardial perfusion
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Adenosine
Contraindications |
2nd and 3rd degree heart block
AV block |
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Adenosine
Precautions |
patient may develope asystole
PVCs PACs sinus brady and sinus tach |
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Adenosine
Route and dosage |
IV 6mg rapid IV bolus followed with 12 mg in no response
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Adenosine
side effects |
atrial tachydysrhythmias
prolonged asystole dyspnea chest pressure |
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Adenosine
supply |
preload of vial
6mg in 2ml 12mg in 2ml |
