Glucagon Administration Quiz
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Which of the following is a contraindication for using glucagon in the emergency setting?

  • Pregnancy (correct)
  • Beta-blocker overdose
  • Renal vascular resistance
  • Hypoglycemia
  • What is the primary mechanism of action of glucagon?

  • Causing glycogen synthesis from glucose
  • Stimulating insulin release
  • Inhibiting glycogen breakdown
  • Breaking down stored glycogen to glucose (correct)
  • What is the onset of action for glucagon when administered intravenously?

  • More than 1 hour
  • 10-15 minutes
  • 20-30 minutes
  • 5-10 minutes (correct)
  • What is the predominant adverse effect associated with glucagon administration?

    <p>Nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which form should glucagon be administered for a patient with beta-blocker overdose?

    <p>Intravenously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main indication for administering glucagon in an emergency setting?

    <p>Hypoglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the adult dosing of glucagon for intravenous administration?

    <p>4 mg 4 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone secreted by the pancreas inhibits the synthesis of glycogen from glucose?

    <p>Glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of action for glucagon when administered intramuscularly?

    <p>&gt; 90 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What adverse effect is commonly associated with glucagon administration?

    <p>Hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

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