midazolam
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What is the concentration of midazolam provided?

  • 2.5 mg/mL
  • 5 mg/mL (correct)
  • 1 mg/mL
  • 10 mg/mL
  • Which condition is a contraindication for midazolam?

  • Chest pain secondary to stimulant abuse
  • Acute behavioral emergencies
  • Shock (correct)
  • EtOH withdrawal
  • In which region of the CNS does midazolam act by potentiation of GABA?

  • Cerebellum
  • Medulla Oblongata
  • Cerebral Cortex
  • Thalamus (correct)
  • What is the adult dosing rate for midazolam via IM/IN route?

    <p>1 to 2 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an adverse effect of midazolam?

    <p>Respiratory Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should midazolam be dosed at 50% of normal in patients?

    <p>In elderly patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major adverse effect associated with midazolam use?

    <p>Cardiac Arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in the CNS does midazolam mainly target?

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

    What is the primary mechanism of action of midazolam in the CNS?

    <p>Potentiation of GABA receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done for rapid sequence induction with midazolam?

    <p>Repeat dose every 3-5 minutes to effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition warrants reducing the dose of midazolam by 50%?

    <p>Elderly patient or use of other CNS depressants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common minor adverse effect of midazolam administration?

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

    What is a precaution to consider when administering midazolam with an opiate?

    <p>Reduced respiratory effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which condition should the dose of midazolam be reduced to 50%?

    <p>Elderly patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major adverse effect associated with midazolam use?

    <p>Respiratory depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which condition might midazolam be used for rapid sequence induction?

    <p>Acute behavioral emergencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does midazolam exert its effect on the central nervous system?

    <p>Potentiating GABA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which route of administration allows for repeating the dose of midazolam every 3-5 minutes to achieve the desired effect?

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

    What is a common minor side effect of midazolam administration?

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

    Which condition is a precaution for administering midazolam near delivery?

    <p>Cardiac Arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what case should the dose of midazolam be reduced in elderly patients?

    <p>CNS depressant influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an adult dosing rate for midazolam via IV/IO route?

    <p>2.5 – 5 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an indication for using midazolam for procedural/maintenance sedation?

    <p>Chest pain due to traumatic injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of midazolam on the CNS?

    <p>Potentiating GABA</p> Signup and view all the answers

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