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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an adverse effect of midazolam?

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

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

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

What is a major adverse effect associated with midazolam use?

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

Which region in the CNS does midazolam mainly target?

<p>Hypothalamus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Potentiation of GABA receptors (C)</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 (D)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common minor adverse effect of midazolam administration?

<p>Hiccups (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

What is a major adverse effect associated with midazolam use?

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

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

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

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

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

What is a common minor side effect of midazolam administration?

<p>Nausea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is a precaution for administering midazolam near delivery?

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

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

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

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

<p>2.5 – 5 mg (D)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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