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9 Cards in this Set
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Class
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Sedative
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Mechanism of Action
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reduces anxiety
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Onset / Duration:
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3 –10 minutes / 2 – 4 hours
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Indications
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Chemical restraint
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Contraindications
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Hypotension, prolonged QT
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Precautions
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BP and respiratory status should be monitored
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Side Effects
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Extrapyramidal or dystonic reactions
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Interactions
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Antihypertensive medications, CNS depressants
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Dosage
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14-60 y/o give 2.5 - 5 mg. Patients over 60 should be given 2.5 mg.
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