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What drug is demerol structurally similar to? What are the effects of this?
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Similar to atropine, leads to tachycardia and hypertension
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What is demerol contraindicated with?
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MAOIs
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What is a normal pain dose for demerol?
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25-75 mg IV
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What is a normal shivering dose for demerol?
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12.5 mg IV, repeat x 2
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Describe the onset of dilaudid (general)
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Slow
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What is the risk of dilaudid?
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Pain relief starts fast, but respiratory depression may occur 15-30 mins
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What is the emetogenic potential of dilaudid relative to morphine?
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Lower
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What is a normal dose of dilaudid?
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0.5-2mg IV
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Describe the onset of fentanyl (general). Why?
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Fast (2-5 mins), due to high lipophilicity
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What is the most commonly used analgesic in surgery?
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Fentanyl
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