20 Questions
What is the primary indication for the administration of calcium chloride in the emergency setting?
Hyperkalemia with a pulse
Which of the following adverse effects is NOT associated with the administration of calcium chloride?
Hypertension
What is the mechanism of action of calcium chloride in the body?
Replacement of essential calcium for nerve and muscle function
Which of the following is a contraindication for the administration of calcium chloride in the emergency setting?
Flush IV/IO before and after administration
In what situation can calcium chloride serve as an antidote for toxicity due to magnesium sulfate?
Hypermagnesemia
Which electrolyte imbalance is NOT listed as an indication for the use of calcium chloride?
Hypernatremia
Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse effect of calcium chloride administration?
Hypertension
What is the immediate onset of action of calcium chloride in the body?
Fast
Which situation can lead to the contraindication of using calcium chloride with sodium bicarbonate?
Digitalis toxicity
In cases of calcium channel blocker overdose, what effect does calcium chloride have on myocardial contractile force?
Increases it
What is the primary purpose of calcium chloride administration in cases of hypermagnesemia?
To antagonize magnesium effects
Which electrolyte imbalance is NOT listed as an indication for the use of calcium chloride?
Hypokalemia
What is the class of calcium chloride based on its function as an electrolyte?
Inotropic Agent
What is the mechanism of action of calcium chloride in the body?
Enhances blood clotting mechanisms
In which situation would calcium chloride NOT be indicated for use?
Hypertension
What adverse effect is commonly associated with calcium chloride administration?
Necrosis
What is the primary function of calcium chloride in cases of hypermagnesemia?
Competitively inhibits magnesium
Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to the administration of calcium chloride?
Hypermagnesemia
What effect does calcium chloride have on myocardial contractile force in cases of calcium channel blocker overdose?
Increases contractile force
what is dose?
1g / 10ml
Test your knowledge on the indications and contraindications of calcium gluconate administration in emergency settings. Learn about its use in cardiac arrest scenarios, hyperkalemia, hypocalcemia, and more.
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