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Dexamethasone Dosage for ARDS

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What is the initial daily dose of dexamethasone in the Dexa ARDS Protocol?

10 mg
5 mg
40 mg
20 mg (correct)

How long is the total duration of the dexamethasone treatment in the Dexa ARDS Protocol?

7 days
5 days
10 days (correct)
14 days

What is the route of administration for dexamethasone in the Dexa ARDS Protocol?

Intravenous (correct)
Oral
Subcutaneous
Intramuscular

What is the dose of dexamethasone administered daily from day 6 to day 10 in the Dexa ARDS Protocol?

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According to the Dexa ARDS Protocol, should dexamethasone be tapered after the 10-day treatment?

<p>No, the drug is stopped without tapering. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Dexamethasone dosage schedule

A 10-day regimen with varying doses of dexamethasone.

First phase dosage

For the first 5 days, 20 mg is given once daily.

Second phase dosage

For the next 5 days, 10 mg is given once daily.

Total treatment duration

The total duration of the treatment is 10 days without tapering.

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Extubation and dose continuation

If extubation occurs early, continue remaining doses until day 10.

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Dexamethasone Dosage for ARDS

Dexamethasone is administered intravenously
10-day regimen for ARDS
First 5 days: 20 mg once daily
Next 5 days: 10 mg once daily
Total course duration: 10 days
No tapering after the 10-day period
If extubation occurs before 10 days, complete the full 10-day course

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This document describes the dosage of Dexamethasone for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). The regimen involves a 10-day intravenous administration, starting with 20 mg daily for 5 days, followed by 10 mg daily for another 5 days. It emphasizes completing the full course even if extubation occurs early.